Aurélie Bidermann

The meaning of animal-shaped jewelry

Animal-shaped jewelery has always been a recurring motif in jewellery. And they also have hidden meanings, that’s what they are.

Animals have always been an inspiring motif in jewelry. Not only that: each animal also offers a hidden or symbolic meaning. In short, anyone who wears a jewel in the shape of an animal communicates something. The Flamingo brooch of Cartier that belonged to the Duchess of Windsor has made history, like the panther in all its versions. The secreted turtles and the embroidered wings of Buccellati birds are objects of art. While the cartoon-style animals of Van Cleef & Arpels designed in 1954 for a young audience and revived half a century later, they soon became classics, so much so that they induced Grace of Monaco, Jacqueline Onassis and the Parisian upper class bourgeoisie to collect them.

Anello animalier di Leo Pizzo
Ring from the animalier line by Leo Pizzo. Copyright: gioiellis.com

Even the gold fish with the flexible tail and the ruby ​​eyes of Jean Schlumberger is a milestone in jewelry, which for Tiffany has designed beautiful shells. And what about the snake of Bulgari? Since 1977 it is one of the most sold subjects of the brand. And again lions, frogs, bears, caterpillars, crabs and chameleons: the animal theme has always inspired the great jewelers (Vhernier, de Grisogono, Leo Pizzo, Chantecler always include them in their collections) and wins over customers.

For example, Diana Vreeland who fashioned it (she was the legendary editor of Harper’s Bazaar) required her editors to insert a snake into the articles and she herself wore jewels with this shape. But one of his favorites was the gold zebra bracelet, black and white enamel and diamonds, one of David Webb’s masterpieces, the quintessence of American jewelry. And there are many designers who are infected by this theme (as you can see from this gallery), even the most avant-garde ones. Here is a selection of the most creative, to keep an eye on.

The meaning of animal-shaped jewelry

Bee. These insects are associated with industriousness, organizational capacity, and in some way rationality. Bees are a good example to follow. But in the past, bees were also a sign of knowledge, wisdom and, in the Middle Ages, bees were a symbol of purity and even the spiritual world.

Delfina Delettrez: anello Ape in oro giallo 9 carati e smalto giallo e nero con una perla d'acqua dolce
Delfina Delettrez: Ape ring in 9k yellow gold and yellow and black enamel with a freshwater pearl

Eagle. A bird that is a symbol of courage and pride. It is no coincidence that the eagle has been widely used in heraldry and has become part of the coats of arms of many states, even in the two-headed version. Strength, speed, audacity: the eagle has retained this symbolism which comes directly from ancient Greek mythology.

Il bracciale spirato al tema dell’aquila è realizzato in oro, tasvorite, diamanti bianchi, gialli e brown, smeraldi (oltre 18 carati)
Youra Jewelry: the bracelet inspired by the eagle theme is made of gold, tasvorite, white, yellow and brown diamonds, emeralds (over 18 carats)

Dog. Loyalty, dedication, friendship: the dog does not betray and keeps its love for its master-partner intact over the years. Do we need to add anything else?

Van Cleef & Arpels, spilla cane
Van Cleef & Arpels, dog brooch

Snail. It is highly appreciated in the jewelry world for its spiral shell shape. True, the snail is slow. Precisely for this reason it has also become the symbol of those who do not want to adapt to the frenetic everyday routine. Furthermore, they also symbolize the ability to be self-sufficient: they always carry their home with them.

Ciondolo a forma di lumaca in oro bianco e alessandrite
Snail-shaped pendant in white gold and alexandrite

Swan. Elegant, but also pure. The swan has been associated with an innocent and delicate femininity. But also sensual, as evidenced by the myth of Leda seduced by Jupiter in the form of a swan. And, be careful: when swans get angry they can become dangerous.

Collezione Animal World, il Cigno nero
Animal World collection, the Black Swan by Master Exclusive Jewellery

Dolphin. Intelligent and friendly animals, they are associated with the sea, with freedom. Not only that: symbolically, dolphins are also indicated as the heirs, at least according to the history of France before the Revolution of the late eighteenth century.

Ciondolo delfino in oro 14 carati
Dolphin pendant in 14k gold

Butterfly. One of the most used models in jewelry: light, beautiful and (perhaps) elusive. A bit like how many women describe themselves, even if the butterfly also retains the idea of fleetingness and delicacy. Many jewelry designers have tried their hand at this symbol of sophistication.

Butterfly Collection, versione con piccoli diamanti e oro
Sicis, Butterfly Collection, version with small diamonds and gold

Rooster. If you have a rooster-shaped jewel it means that you like the strong courage of the male who imposes his strength and personality in the midst of the female world. But it may simply be its colorful feathers that make you appreciate this animal.

Roberto Coin, anello per l'anno del Gallo
Roberto Coin, ring for the year of the rooster

Cat. He is adored at home and many women who love their cat would like to have him always on their lap purring. It is inevitable that this astute, noble, independent and adorable pet was among the most represented in jewelry.

Spilla di Fabergé con diamanti, zaffiri rosa e tormalina
Fabergé cat-shaped brooch with diamonds, pink sapphires and tourmaline

Owl or owl. This bird in ancient Greece was the symbol of the goddess Minerva. He is considered a symbol of wisdom and cunning, while his ability to see in the dark has associated him with the concept of foresight: a quality that, unfortunately, is very rare in common life.

Alta orologeria: bracciale Gufo in oro bianco etico 18 carati, con diamanti taglio brillante e trapezio, zaffiri multicolori taglio trapezio
Fine watchmaking: Owl bracelet in 18k ethical white gold, with brilliant-cut and trapezoid-cut diamonds, multi-coloured trapezoid-cut sapphires by Chopard

Lion. Everyone knows the symbolism linked to the lion: pride, nobility, but also strength and the desire to impose oneself on others. A jewel in the shape of a lion, of course, can also indicate belonging to the zodiac sign that falls in mid-summer.

José Maria Goñi, spilla a forma di leone in oro, smeraldi, diamanti bianchi, gialli e champagne. Copyright: gioiellis.com
José Maria Goñi, lion-shaped brooch in gold, emeralds, white, yellow and champagne diamonds. Copyright: gioiellis.com

Panther. One of the classics of jewelry, which has become a motif that distinguishes Cartier with its Panthère line. Cunning, strength, sensuality and the ability to surprise are the characteristics associated with this feline. In ancient times the panther was considered an almost perfect animal and, surprisingly, with an intense scent.

Anello in oro bianco, con 365 diamanti taglio brillante, 255 carati, smeraldi, onice. Prezzo: 60.000 euro
Cartier, Panthere ring in white gold, with 365 brilliant-cut diamonds, 255 carats, emeralds, onyx

Peacock. It is an exotic animal, more widespread in Asia and, in its male version, the one with the large tail of colored feathers, associated with the concept of regal beauty. In Hinduism, the Indian peacock is the mount of the god of war, Kartikeya, and the warrior goddess Kaumari, and is also depicted around the goddess Santoshi.

Spilla piuma di pavone in titanio, con spinelli, giada bianca, smeraldi, diamanti.
Peacock feather brooch in titanium, with spinels, white jade, emeralds, diamonds by Osi Vitoria. Copyright: gioiellis.com

Scarab. This small insect was favored and venerated by the ancient Egyptians, who credited it with magical virtues. Now it is no longer worshiped, but on the other hand it is considered a lucky charm.

Aurélie Bidermann. orecchini Scarabeo in oro giallo 18 carati, rubini, zaffiri, diamanti bianchi, ametiste e tzavoriti
Aurélie Bidermann. Scarabeo earrings in 18k yellow gold, rubies, sapphires, white diamonds, amethysts and tsavorites

Monkey. The animal most similar to the human race, at least in one aspect: monkeys are vain as well as mischievous. A jewel that has the appearance of a monkey plays precisely on these two aspects.

Anello Scimmia, oro, tsavoriti granati, zaffiri arancioni, ametiste e diamanti
Carrera Y Carrera, Monkey ring, gold, garnet tsavorites, orange sapphires, amethysts and diamonds

Snake. Snake-shaped jewels are among the most famous of high jewellery. The association of this animal with the concept of sin is inevitable, according to the biblical story. But not only that: the snake is also cunning and, when used in jewellery, often takes the shape of a spiral, also a symbol of spirituality and knowledge.

Il celebre bracciale serpente, in versione orologio
Bulgari, the famous snake bracelet, in a watch version

The new bijoux by Aurélie Bidermann




Art lover, model, traveller. But, above all, one of the signatures in the world of Parisian bijoux: Aurélie Bidermann has traveled extensively in South America and India. But it was her studies in art history in New York and Paris that prompted the designer to work first as an art historian in the impressionist and contemporary art departments of Sotheby’s. But gemology studied in Antwerp, talismans and art nouveau pushed Aurélie Bidermann towards the world of jewelry. His first creations and her brand are from 2004.

Pendente Scarabée con opale rosa intagliato
Pendente Scarabée con opale rosa intagliato

An imaginative, informal style, defined as boho, was immediately liked by the Parisians. In 2010 Aurélie Bidermann began selling her bijoux online and in 2012 she opened her first shop on the Rive Gauche, in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, followed by another on the opposite bank of the Seine. They are bijoux that favor a cheerful creativity, made with a simple gold plating, with the use of materials such as bakelite. Among the celebrities who have worn her bijoux are Kate Moss, Lou Doillon, Sharon Stone and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers.
Anello placcato oro con turchese
Anello placcato oro con turchese

Bracciale DIana dorato e bachelite
Bracciale Diana dorato e bachelite
Anello Tao placcato oro
Anello Tao placcato oro
Orecchini Bouquet dorati con oro giallo e rodolite
Orecchini Bouquet dorati con oro giallo e rodolite
Orecchini Selma placcati oro giallo
Orecchini Selma placcati oro giallo
Pendente con pendente che contiene zaffiri multicolori
Pendente con pendente che contiene zaffiri multicolori







Aurélie Bidermann’s small zoo




According to French designer Aurélie Bidermann there is no limit to wearing jewelry. In short, it is not true that elegance is minimal. It is the maximum, instead. Follow instinct and desires. With the pleasure of being terribly happy for your choices. The French designer, 16 years after the debut of her brand, continues to be a case in itself. She once told of wearing nine bracelets on the left, three on the right and many pendants hanging on a chain around her neck. And even her jewelry collections are three steps beyond the average standard.

Collana in oro giallo massiccio, 57 zaffiri multicolori, 25 rubini e 20 diamanti, catena martellata in oro giallo 18 carati lunga 80 centimetri
Collana in oro giallo massiccio, 57 zaffiri multicolori, 25 rubini e 20 diamanti, catena martellata in oro giallo 18 carati lunga 80 centimetri

But, next to this, Aurélie also loves walking in the woods, the North Sea, the South Sea, the sea in general. And the world of animals, as evidenced by the numerous jewels that are inspired by huge or tiny fauna. Like the Indian bridal pendant in 18-carat solid yellow gold with 57 multi-colored sapphires, 25 rubies and 20 diamonds on an 18-centimeter hammered 18-carat yellow gold chain. Or the ladybug-shaped rings, the beetle, snail earrings. In short, many animals, even if the small zoo of Aurélie Bidermann is only a part of its production.
Anello chiocciola Nautilus in oro giallo, zaffiri multicolori, tsavoriti, ametiste, diamanti
Anello chiocciola Nautilus in oro giallo, zaffiri multicolori, tsavoriti, ametiste, diamanti

Orecchino Beetle in oro giallo, zaffiri blu e diamanti
Orecchino Beetle in oro giallo, zaffiri blu e diamanti
Anello Coccinelle in oro giallo con diamanti, rubini, zaffiri e tsavoriti
Anello Coccinelle in oro giallo con diamanti, rubini, zaffiri e tsavoriti

Anello Coccinelle in oro rosa con diamanti, rubini, zaffiri e tsavoriti
Anello Coccinelle in oro rosa con diamanti, rubini, zaffiri e tsavoriti

Anello in oro giallo 18 carati con rubellite, 16 rubini e 16 diamanti
Anello in oro giallo 18 carati con rubellite, 16 rubini e 16 diamanti







Aurelie Bidermann, Madame Paris




If you want to know who is the woman which embodies the spirit and refined a little ‘snob of a Parisian, ask to Aurelie Bidermann. The designer, one of the most popular in recent years, has started its activities in 2004. And the success has taken her a few months ago to open its first store in the United States, in the SoHo neighborhood, in New York. His eccentric clothing, his subtle irony, the attitude of those who are impatient of the rules, should not tarnish the professional capacity: Aurelie Bidermann has a degree in gemology and a practical skill in making jewelry out of the ordinary. His myths are Charlotte Rampling and Lauren Bacall. But above all, she loves to feel French because, he explains, is a unique style that combines the vintage style with modern. A statement that is confirmed by its collections, that are combining a different geological eras of jewelry to create something new. And also surprising, as the series of rings and pendants in which the precious stones are like grains of rice that move in a small glass case. Or as the pendant beetle shaped, that you can open the wings. Or a shaped pendant bitten apple, but made with gold and diamonds or emeralds. Matilde de Bounvilles

Collezione Peggy, anello placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 240 dollari
Collezione Peggy, anello placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 240 dollari
Collezione Peggy, bracciale placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 520 dollari
Collezione Peggy, bracciale placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 520 dollari
Collezione Peggy, orecchini placcati oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 310 dollari
Collezione Peggy, orecchini placcati oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 310 dollari
Collezione Peggy, bracciale placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 850 dollari
Collezione Peggy, bracciale placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 850 dollari
Collezione Peggy, sautori placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 825 dollari
Collezione Peggy, sautori placcato oro giallo con lapislazzulo. Prezzo: 825 dollari

Peggy Guggenheim a Venezia
Peggy Guggenheim a Venezia





Anello con piccoli zaffiri rosa racchiusi tra due vetri. Prezzo: 1.520 euro
Anello con piccoli zaffiri rosa racchiusi tra due vetri. Prezzo: 1.520 euro

Anello scarabeo in oro e tsavorite. Prezzo: 9.060 euro
Anello scarabeo in oro e tsavorite. Prezzo: 9.060 euro
Anello Coccinella. Prezzo: 4.750 euro
Anello Coccinella. Prezzo: 4.750 euro
Pendente con zaffiri. Prezzo: 2.080 euro
Pendente con zaffiri. Prezzo: 2.080 euro
Pendente con smeraldi. Prezzo: 2.335 euro
Pendente con smeraldi. Prezzo: 2.335 euro
Coccinella con granati. Prezzo: 6.070 euro
Melagrana con granati e diamanti. Prezzo: 6.070 euro
Pendente a forma di mela morsicata. Oro e diamanti. Prezzo: 9.470 euro
Pendente a forma di mela morsicata. Oro e diamanti. Prezzo: 9.470 euro
Pendente a forma di scarabeo, che può aprire le ali. Con zaffiri rosa. Prezzo: 4.610
Pendente a forma di scarabeo, che può aprire le ali. Con zaffiri rosa. Prezzo: 4.610

Pendente Chivor, con rubini. Prezzo: 9.310 euro
Pendente Chivor, con rubini. Prezzo: 9.310 euro







A poppy for Aurélie

Aurélie Bidermann instructed the Disko marketing agency of the restyling of its e-commerce site. The fanciful Parisian designer has decided to make a change in their commercial image on the web, which did not correspond to his personality. She describes herself in this way: “Imagine a meeting between Paris Patrick Modiano and charming lightness of Bianca Jagger, the Haussmann architectural lines and the fluidity of a Halston gown. Imagine the collision between classicism and exuberance mineral Tropicalist, the Place de l’Etoile and the jungles of South America, and you get an idea of ​​who is Aurélie Bidermann”. In his shop workshop in the heart of the Latin Quarter (https://gioiellis.com/aurelie-bidermann-madame-paris/) the designer has become known thanks to its movable jewels, which contain small stones free, that can move like elements of a kaleidoscope. But not only does what, as you can see from the news for the spring-summer season 2016. As the golden bracelet in the shape of the Paloma collection with poppy flower shape. Rudy Serra

Orecchini con spighe di grano, colleziine Mia. Prezzo: 420 euro
Orecchini con spighe di grano, colleziine Mia. Prezzo: 420 euro
Set braccialetti Mia. Prezzo: 840 euro
Set braccialetti Mia. Prezzo: 840 euro
Sautoir Vera
Sautoir Vera. Prezzo: 690 euro
Bracciale Vera. Prezzo: 530 euro
Bracciale Vera. Prezzo: 530 euro
Orecchini a triangolo. Prezzo: 440 euro
Orecchini a triangolo. Prezzo: 440 euro
Anello collezione Paloma a forma di papavero. Prezzo: 410 euro
Anello collezione Paloma a forma di papavero. Prezzo: 410 euro
Bracciale Tangerine. Prezzo: 390 euro
Bracciale Tangerine. Prezzo: 390 euro
Orecchini collezione Paloma a forma di papavero. Prezzo: 780 euro
Orecchini collezione Paloma a forma di papavero. Prezzo: 780 euro
Bracciale collezione Paloma a forma di papavero. Prezzo: 1150 euro
Bracciale collezione Paloma a forma di papavero. Prezzo: 1150 euro

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[wzslider]Ecco 18 gioielli da mettere sotto l’albero con un budget un po’ più ampio, dai 100 ai 500 euro: la scelta si allunga. Vi abbiamo già proposto una rassegna di gioielli fino a 100 euro (https://gioiellis.com/14-regali-meno-100-euro/), ma oggi puntiamo più in alto. Tra 100 e 500 euro si trovano gioielli che possono accontentare tutte (o quasi). Ci sono, per esempio, i grandi nomi del settore, come Tiffany, o della moda, come Alexander McQueen. O, ancora, nuove scoperte, come l’italo americano Anthony Vaccarello, tanto dorato, un pizzico d’argento, qualcosa di classico e molto design. Insomma, non resta che scegliere, ecco immagini e prezzi della nostra selezione. Matilde de Bounvilles

 

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