When Jewelry Meets Architecture

Jewels that look like buildings and buildings that are true gems

After a few emotionally charged days due to the catastrophe in Valencia and the recent U.S. elections, I opt for a little escapism (and optimism, if I may) through art in the form of stunning architecture and beautiful jewelry designs.

In this new installment of The Art of Discovery, I explore the relationship between architecture and jewelry. Since many jewelers cite architecture as a great source of inspiration for their creations, I set out to showcase those connections, however unintentional or casual, by pairing great buildings with stunning jewelry pieces.

I like how Melissa Cameron, artist, jeweler, writer and designer puts it: “Many jewelers cite architecture as an inspiration for their works. Still more exhibit in their visual vocabulary forms recognizable from architecture. In most instances the influence is subtle. It may be pure coincidence due to the use of similar motifs, though in some works the artist will deliberately reference specific buildings. The relationship betwe…