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Renaissance jewelry

There are many paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance period, but you probably haven't seen much jewelry.
In fact, very few Renaissance jewelry artifacts remain today.

Precious metals are almost infinitely reusable.

Because metals such as gold and silver can be melted down and reused,
Unfortunately, most of them were melted down and recycled.

The remaining jewelry artifacts were also found in shipwrecks.
There are many cases where it is preserved for a long time unintentionally.

In the 16th century, as sea routes around the world were discovered in earnest,

Jewels from all over the world flow into Europe.

Diamonds come from India, emeralds from Columbia.
As materials become more abundant, craftsmanship also develops rapidly.
Like other works of art, jewelry also experienced its 'golden age'.

Goldsmithing requires precise skills, so young apprentices
It was the best training course to develop dexterity and aesthetic sense.

At that time, artisans did not only make jewelry,
In a workshop where gold and silver objects are handled together
We made various objects from metal.

Apprentices usually begin training at the age of 10.
After about eight years of training, I was able to become a craftsman.

Many Renaissance masters also initially
Starting with goldsmithing, it gradually developed into painting and sculpture.

Leonardo da Vinci also spent his time as an apprentice in a goldsmith's workshop.

"Renaissance jewelry reached a decisive turning point.

It reflects the spirit of the times and the rediscovery of classical culture, breaking away from the strictness of the Middle Ages.
It is an embrace of sophisticated aesthetics.
Goldsmithing was mastered by masters such as Benvenuto Cellini.
It has been elevated to the realm of true art ,
It shone with the spirit of craftsmanship that skillfully used complex techniques.

Renaissance rings were the highest expression of art, combining technical perfection with profound symbolism.

Gold was hammered into sculptural shapes.
This process served to increase the strength of the metal while also smoothing its surface.

Renaissance jewelry, which combines the colors of carved metal and gemstones,
It has perfected the most refined aesthetics in human history .

In today's jewelry, this tradition
It is being passed down as the ‘ultimate form of beauty’ and ‘restrained elegance.’

Paola Stroppiana
Art historian/exhibition curator, Italy

"Renaissance rings were the highest expression of art, combining technical perfection with profound symbolism."

"Renaissance jewelry perfected the most refined aesthetics in human history."

"Jewels were not simply ornaments, but also served as personal talismans and provided protection."

" Renaissance jewelry style
Through COLDFRAME's 'RENAISSANCE VOYAGE' collection
It's very interesting to see it being reinterpreted in a modern way.

Jewels, which were symbols of wealth and nobility, emphasized a human-centered worldview,
It was a means of praising individual ability as a path to self-realization.
At the same time, it contains multiple layers of meaning.

Pendants and rings were the items with the strongest symbolic meaning.
Its form varied depending on its intended use.
The message varied depending on the position of the hand or finger on which the ring was worn.
It was common for both men and women to wear multiple rings at the same time.

Rings, especially those set with gems, were symbols of power, wealth, and love.
Gems such as garnet, sapphire, and aquamarine were frequently used.
Not only for its value, but also for its magical or emotional significance.

for example,
Diamonds and aquamarines were symbols of purity and unbreakable bonds .
The green color of emerald signifies hope and love.
Sapphires symbolized strength , and rubies symbolized pure love.

It was also common to wear multiple rings on the same finger.
For example, a solitaire ring and a thin band ring with 5-6 small gemstones set on it.
Worn together, they signified an eternal union.

Jewels were not just ornaments, but also served as personal talismans and had a protective meaning."

Paola Stroppiana
Art historian/exhibition curator, Italy

Paola Stroppiana

University of Turin, majoring in Medieval Art History
Planning various exhibitions in Rome, Florence, Milan, etc.
: Many, including the Strozzi Palace in Florence and the Reale Palace in Milan.
Running a contemporary art gallery in Turin (12 years)
We focus on 'Artist Jewelry', which contains artistic expression, and research on its historical context.
He has curated, written, and lectured on several exhibitions on the subject in the Italian and international art world.
(@stroppianap)

As such, Renaissance jewelry was not simply ornamentation.
Symbol of world trade, advancements in metalworking technology, love and religion.
It was a single work of art that contained all of this.

Inspired by Renaissance artworks, it captures the aesthetics of the golden age of its time.
CODLFRAME's modern reinterpretation

Introducing the RENAISSANCE VOYAGE collection.

All cold frame jewelry is made in Seoul.

This collection in particular
Completed by the hands of a craftsman with over 30 years of experience.

With the Renaissance Voyage collection
Experience a journey back to the Renaissance era.