The Marble Table #001: Blended Brilliance - Crossing Boundaries Between Jewellery & Art.
The art of jewellery to me, has always been about a balance between composition, creativity and technical craftsmanship. Appreciating jewellery as miniature sculpture, forms that harmonise structure and aesthetics, fluidly working in perfect placements on the body. Jewellery acts as a statement focal point, an everyday adornment or a sentimental amulet. At its finest, jewellery becomes a timeless piece of iconography that can simultaneously distil the essence of personal style and articulate the curatorial candour of its wearer.
Hugo Kreit
Founded in Paris in 2020 by Hugo Kreit and Nordine Makhloufi, Hugo Kreit is a contemporary jewellery label redefining the boundaries of modern adornment. Through sculptural forms, unexpected materials and refined Italian craftsmanship, the brand creates bold statement pieces that blur the line between art and fashion. Exploring the tension between the organic and the artificial, each collection challenges traditional notions of luxury with an experimental yet meticulously crafted approach, establishing Hugo Kreit as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary jewellery.
Jean Riley
Jean Riley is a Melbourne-based glass jewellery studio redefining contemporary adornment through the art of hand-blown glass. Founded in 2018 by Joel and Josh Riley, the label combines traditional lampworking techniques with a distinctly playful aesthetic, creating collectible pieces that blur the line between jewellery and wearable art. Named after Joel's grandmother, Jean Riley is built on a philosophy of thoughtful craftsmanship, producing small-batch collections that celebrate colour, curiosity and individuality. Every piece is handmade in Naarm, reflecting the brand's commitment to slow production, sustainable practices and enduring design.
Sophie Buhai
Sophie Buhai is a Los Angeles-based jewellery and objects label founded in 2015 by designer Sophie Buhai. Renowned for its refined modernist aesthetic, the brand creates heirloom-quality pieces that balance minimalism with sculptural form, drawing on thoughtful proportions, timeless materials and exceptional craftsmanship.
Handmade predominantly by local artisans in Los Angeles using recycled and responsibly sourced sterling silver and gold, each collection reflects a commitment to longevity, sustainability and enduring design. From its signature sterling silver, pearl and onyx jewellery to fine jewellery and sculptural objects in 18-karat gold, Sophie Buhai's work reimagines everyday adornment through a distinctly contemporary lens, creating pieces designed to transcend trends and be passed down through generations.
Maria Black
Maria Black is a Copenhagen-based jewellery label founded in 2010 by designer and goldsmith Maria Black. Blending sculptural design with traditional goldsmithing techniques, the brand creates contemporary fine jewellery that celebrates individuality. Self-expression and everyday wearability are pushed outside the box with Maria Black's custom piercing studios, inviting wearers to explore bespoke composition and placements of body jewellery.
Crafted using recycled precious metals and responsibly sourced materials, each collection reflects a commitment to conscious craftsmanship, innovation and timeless design. Maria Black continues to redefine modern jewellery through an inclusive and progressive approach that seamlessly balances artistic expression with functional luxury.
