De Vroomen

72606 - Circa 2005 Aqua Diamond De Vroomen Bangle

For over 50 years, Dutch goldsmith Leo De Vroomen and British jewelry designer and artist Ginnie De Vroomen, have been creating innovative, iconic jewelry.  Born in Holland during the Second World War, Leo was the youngest of eight siblings. From an early age he dreamed of a more artistic life, a world away from farming the family tulip business.  Following his apprenticeship in The Hague and qualifying as a Master Goldsmith in Switzerland he came to London in 1965.  While lecturing at the Central School of Art and Design he met his wife, design partner and muse.  Their successful relationship was the foundation of De Vroomen Design.  The company rapidly expanded and the distinctive De Vroomen style gained international reputation.

Their strong sculptural forms encapsulate elegance and sophistication using gold, gemstones, enamel and pearls, each piece a rich statement of art and design.

De Vroomen jewels, are fabricated with an uncompromising approach to both design and craftsmanship.  The minimum use of diamonds, showcases Leo’s exquisite goldsmith work with bold color stones,  cloisonne , and  champleve  enamels.

52930 - De Vroomen Gold Tourmaline Diamond Earrings

73078 - Citrine Enamel De Vroomen Cushion Link Bracelet

De Vroomen was the winner of the coveted De Beers Diamonds International Award, and the Award for Best in Design, Haute Couture.  To celebrate 50 years of De Vroomen jewelry, a second exhibition at the prestigious Goldsmiths' Hall in the City of London, Summer of 2017 was held to great acclaim. 

This extraordinary jeweler continues to express his philosophy in beautifully designed and innovative pieces. 

 

 

"My work is not influenced by the vagaries of fashion."
-Leo De Vroomen

 

 

Sources:

 

 

https://www.acj.org.uk/index.php/2-uncategorised/430-de-vroomen-harmony-in-colour-form

http://www.devroomen.co.uk/about-us/about-us-2/

http://www.exero.com/dvd/JEWELLERY_S2E10_Leo_DeVroomen.html

http://www.thejewelleryeditor.com/whats-on/events/de-vroomen-harmony-colour-and-form/

https://www.katerinaperez.com/articles/do-not-miss-de-vroomen-harmony-in-colour-and-form-exhibition-in-london