Carlo Giuliano

The Italian goldsmith Carlo Giuliano (1831–1895), born in Naples, became one of the most important Neo-Renaissance craftsmen in the second half of the 19th century. He studied jewelry and worked in the jewelry firm of Alessandro Castellani in Naples.

In 1860 he was sent to London to found a branch of the Casa Castellani. After some time, he left the Castellani firm, then worked for leading London jewelers: Robert Phillips, Harry Emanuel, Hunt & Roskell and Hancocks & Co.

Gold pendant adorned with turquoise and pearls, Carlo Giuliano, late 19th century — Gold pendant adorned with turquoise and pearls.

In 1875, he opened his own firm and retail store at 115 Piccadilly. His firm specialized in Renaissance jewelry. Carlo Giuliano ‘s jewelry company produced fine enameled gold jewelry that remained popular well into the 20th century. His decorations, inspired by patterns from the 16th and 17th centuries, are reminiscent of elaborate Renaissance pendants with their colorful enamelled gold frames, ivory scenes and cameo portraits.

Carlo Giuliano’s work attracted distinguished clients who appreciated the beauty of fine jewelry, including King Edward VII, Queen Alexandra and Queen Victoria.

The family business was continued by the sons of Giuliano – Carlo and Arturo. The firm continued to operate until 1914.

Etruscan gold jewelry set with enamelled amphora pendants, Carlo Giuliano, late 19th century — Etruscan gold jewelry set with enamelled amphora pendants.

Drawing of a pendant by Pasquale Novissimo, circa 1874-1890.

Renaissance gold pendant with amethyst, pearls and enamel on a chain, Carlo Giuliano, 19th century, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York — Renaissance gold pendant with amethyst, pearls and enamel on a chain, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Gold pendant in the shape of a quatrefoil, enamelled, garnets and pearls with enamel drop pendant, height 6 cm, Carlo Giuliano, circa 1880 — Gold pendant in the shape of a quatrefoil, enamelled, garnets and pearls with enamel drop pendant, height 6 cm, circa 1880

Gold pendant in the shape of a cross, enamelled, set with peridot, diamonds and pearls, height 8.5 cm, Carlo Giuliano, circa 1880 — Gold pendant in the shape of a cross, enamelled, set with peridot, diamonds and pearls, height 8.5 cm, circa 1880

Golden cross decorated with cloisonne and pearls, height 7.6 cm, Carlo Giuliano, late 20th century, V&A Museum, London — Golden cross decorated with cloisonne and pearls, height 7.6 cm, late 20th century, V&A Museum, London

Gold openwork diamond and ruby brooch set with diamond and chrysoprase chains, 10 cm high, Carlo Giuliano, circa 1895, V&A Museum, London — Gold openwork diamond and ruby brooch set with diamond and chrysoprase chains, 10 cm high, circa 1895, V&A Museum, London

Gold moonstone cameo pendant with an idealized portrait of Mary Queen of Scots, enameled setting, height 5.2 cm, Carlo Giuliano, circa 1865 — Gold moonstone cameo pendant with an idealized portrait of Mary Queen of Scots, enameled setting, height 5.2 cm, 1865

Necklace of four strands of pearls, with a pendant set with enamel, tourmaline, diamonds and pearls, Carlo Giuliano, circa 1880 — Necklace of four strands of pearls, with a pendant set with enamel, tourmaline, diamonds and pearls, circa 1880

Gold bracelet consisting of eight agate intaglios depicting classical figures, Carlo Giuliano, late 19th century — Gold bracelet consisting of eight agate intaglios depicting classical figures, late 19th century

Renaissance style gold pendant set with enamel, rubies and pearls, Carlo Giuliano, circa 1880 — Renaissance style gold pendant set with enamel, rubies and pearls, circa 1880

Gold medallion with the profile of Queen Victoria, decorated with enamel, rubies, diamonds and pearls, height 8.6 cm, circa 1877. Portrait of Queen Victoria by Susan Durant.