diamond in the 19th century

The dazzling array of creations draws inspiration from and pays tribute to one of the greatest works of renowned 19th century painter Claude Monet.

Monet’s 'Nympheas,’ the acclaimed French impressionist painting which charmingly depicts water lilies on a pond is interpreted by Stefan Hafner using diamonds, emeralds, rubies set elegantly in white gold.
The famed jeweller splendidly captures the essence of the artwork and gives it a contemporary twist, the outcome of which is a dazzling collection of rings designed to inspire both the wearer and onlooker.
'Stefan Hafner has always drawn inspiration from nature's wonders. Each piece is a unique take on the delicate and transient beauty of flowers. The Monet Ring collection captures the spirit of the famous painting in the most precious materials, offering art that one can appreciate and wear,' said Tawhid Abdullah, Managing Director of Damas.
In Stefan Hafner's Monet Ring Collection, the blooms 'float' on pave diamonds as emerald green or blushing ruby blossoms nestle on pave diamonds or diamond flowers rest on a pave of rubies.
Unusual and striking, these pieces defy expected norms of ring design by elegantly wrapping a substantial part of a woman's finger assuredly with very delectable effects.
Apart from the Monet Ring collection, Stefan Hafner has created four highly versatile lines such as Sogno, Rugiada and Venus Diamond. It is said that Claude Monet drew perennial inspiration from his pond of water lilies which was located right in his garden.
A grand master of another field - Stefan Hafner –- immortalizes this fascination by recreating the delicate charm of water lilies in diamonds, emeralds and rubies.
This is not the first time that the jewellery house has drawn inspiration from great works of art.
Its Venus Collection which celebrates the birth of spring is inspired by Botticelli's Primavera painting. For more than three decades, Stefan Hafner has garnered the attention of both royalty and jewellery connoisseurs alike with captivating collections displaying design prowess and impeccable craftsmanship.
Remarkably light, sparkling and flexible, each piece offers its lucky owner the very special opportunity to simply slip them on to be instantly transported to a picturesque spot in memory!
Unique and splendid, the Monet Ring Collection is now available at the Stefan Hafner Boutique in Burjuman Centre and select Damas Les Exclusives Boutiques across the UAE.
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Diamonds in the 18th century

In the 18th century the diamond soars to new heights and abundance in jewelry, now worn principally by women. Substantial quantities of diamonds were now arriving from South America, making conspicuous display of the gem possible. The jewelry is breathtakingly elegant, revealing the full beauty of the rose- and brilliant-cut stones. Claws hold the stones in silver settings, which from the 1760s are backed with gold to avoid tarnishing the wearer's skin and dress. Diamonds were reserved for evening since it was considered vulgar to parade them by day. Rather than a miscellany of jewels of different types, a parure -- a matched set of jewelry -- was now worn at all important social events.

Diamonds in the 17th century

Around 1600, gems assume more importance than their settings, marking a change in jewelry design that coincided with the peak century of Indian diamond production. The role of metal in jewelry is reduced to that of a framework, and enamel disappears from the front of jewels, now used only on the backs. The classical elements favored in the Renaissance are eventually replaced by naturalism in the form of sprays of leaves and flowers, ribbons tied into knots, and simplified geometric lozenges, ovals, and circles. The rose-cut diamond is seen in combination with the aging point and table cuts, closely packed together in continuous lines or clusters. The first brilliant-cut diamonds, an enhancement of the table-cut, appear, and further strengthen the feature role of diamond in jewelry. In addition, silver begins to be substituted for the traditional gold settings to avoid yellow reflections cast over the diamond's white brilliance.