2020 Graziela Look Book

GRAZIELA KAUFMAN Growing up in Brazil, I frequently visited my Grandfather’s Atelier. He carried on our family tradition of fine Italian jewelry making. I spent countless hours watching him work with his exquisite designs, turning brilliant stones into magical, wearable creations. Watching him work exclusively by hand, instilled in me a deep appreciation and respect for superior craftsmanship. This is one of the reasons why all of our jewelry is hand-finished…and why women who ultimately love our designs look so elegant. In my later teenage years, I was able to go out to the mining towns to source my own stones and I began to form relationships with the miners. Over time, they began to understand my design aesthetic and quality and gem requirements. It was at this time I began designing ‘around’ the gems. In an almost magical way, the gems continue to direct the color combinations and the general shapes of my designs.

In today’s technological world, everything is about market efficiencies. Fine commodities, dies and molds are often produced and resold time and time again. The design component then simply becomes a function of arranging colors and stone combinations. While this certainly has a place in our industry, in my opinion it is devoid of originality, artistry and soul. Originality of design is one of the most fulfilling parts of my job. It was with this spirit in mind, that I pursued three graduate programs from G.I.A. - In Jewelry making, colored gemstones and diamonds.

I have been fortunate enough to travel extensively and experience a great many cultural backgrounds, which has also influenced my design aesthetic.

Award Winning Designs

Titanium Collection

Paraiba Collection

Tribal Collection

3-Sided Collection

Enamel Collection

Mega Swirl Collection

Floating & Bolo Collection

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Phone

312-244-3746

Website

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