GIORGIO FACCHINI (b. 1947)

Giorgio Facchini is an Italian jeweler and sculptor. He was born in Fano, Italy, in 1947, and learned the skills of gold smithing at a young age. By his twenties he was world-renowned. Facchini studied with sculptor Edgardo Mannucci, and followed in the tradition of Arnaldo and Gio Pomodoro, blurring the distinction between jewelry and sculpture with forward thinking, abstract yet wearable designs in gold and precious stones. Notably, each piece is one of a kind.

Facchini is interested in the relationship between light, time and sculptural and architectural space. His dynamic, futuristic pieces incorporate geometric motifs and kinetic elements.In 1969, Facchini created jewels for Pierre Cardin’s Autumn/Winter collection in Paris. He was commissioned to create work for the international jewelry trade show AUREA, held in Florence in 1972, 1974 and 1976, with a view to inspire more creative mainstream jewelry design. During his long career Facchini has been closely associated with the Spoleto Festival. In 1974 he created the Festival’s commemorative medal. Facchini currently works out of his studio in Pesaro, Italy.

The latest exhibit of his work, alongside the work of other Italian and European master artist-jewelers was presented in Spoleto, Italy in 2018. His work was also included in the exhibition of “Scultura Aurea. Art Jewelry for a new Renaissance” at Palazzo Ducale, Urbino in 2019.

Mahnaz Collection carries a significant selection of Facchini jewelry.