OLGA BONNE

Danish artist and jewelry designer Olga Bonne has been crafting distinctive pieces since 2013, working from Copenhagen after studying at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam. She also holds a degree in Classical Archeology from the University of Copenhagen and is currently studying Egyptology, deepening her understanding of history and the narratives that shape art.

Bonne’s work blends her love for antiquity with contemporary design. Her pieces often reference mythic figures and symbols from the Classical and Hellenistic periods, as well as the power of animals in ancient cultures. The animals featured in her designs represent human attributes—values and responsibilities that remind us of our place in a complex world. The dolphin, for example, symbolizes fidelity, while the kestrel reflects patience and precision, and the fish represents fertility and rebirth.

Despite growing demand, Bonne remains committed to handcrafting each piece herself. Her designs, crafted in 18- and 22-carat gold with South Sea pearls, diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, reflect her dedication to exquisite materials. Her cutlery, cast from sculptured wax and wrought in her Copenhagen studio, follows a similar approach. The process, much like jewelry design, offers endless opportunities to combine forms and create new meanings. Working with wax gives her the freedom to express her art in a tactile, personal way, with each piece carrying the imprint of her hands.