Andrew Grima
Jewellery designer with unique styles
Born
May 31st, 1921
104 years ago
Died
2007
18 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An Anglo-Italian jewellery designer, renowned for creating innovative and sculptural pieces that transformed contemporary jewellery design. Grima trained at the British Museum, which influenced his approach to combining art and design. His unique style gained recognition in the 1960s, and he opened a flagship store in London where his works attracted a clientele that included celebrities and royalty. His significant contributions to jewellery design were honored with the De Beers Diamond International Award in 1970. Grima’s pieces are characterized by unexpected materials and vibrant gemstones, showcasing a balance of elegance and modernity. Retrospectives of his work have appeared in respected galleries, cementing his legacy in the world of art and design.
Pioneered innovative contemporary jewellery design
Won the De Beers Diamond International Award in 1970
Opened a flagship store in London
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