KEANE
A Universe of Glass Jewellery
Glass is the new gold
Gold and silver jewellery has always been a staple in most people's jewellery boxes, but now the classic metals are facing strong competition. Raw pearls, rhinestones, glitter and coloured glass have become popular in many new jewellery collections, bringing back nostalgic memories of childhood jewellery - now in a refined and sophisticated version.
Unconventional materials have become a trademark for the New York-based jewellery studio KEANE. Here, glass plays the lead role in all their rings, and the material's different qualities determine the unique designs. Each colour, shape and pattern is individually defined by the qualities of the glass - from the transparent look we know from glass to the sparkling colours.
In this way, the process creates a uniqueness that reflects an alternative view of the value and preciousness we normally attach to our gold and silver jewellery.
Flower-power & Murano
The nostalgic and the modern collide in KEANE's jewellery, inspired by the 'flower power' era of the 60s and 70s.
The ring's candy-like design draws clear lines to the popular Murano style - a style that comes from the Italian island of the same name, which is particularly known for your production of unique glass elements. In recent years, Murano-styled lamps and vases have become a hit and are now making their way into the jewellery world.
Glass crafts in New York
The KEANE studio is based on many years of experience in the field of glass art and in the fashion industry. Designer and artist, Colin Lynch, founded KEANE in 2017 with degrees from Venice, Corning Museum of Glass, Pittsburgh Glass Center and Rhode Island School of Design.
His love for the workmanship and his passion for fashion is the driving force behind KEANE's great success.
At the jewellery studio, there is no specific end result, but instead the glass is observed through the working process, which ultimately determines the look of the ring.
At KEANE, they use the technique of lampworking, which manipulates colored rods of glass into new shapes and patterns. This is how KEANE achieves the vibrant spirals and eye-catching expressions they are known for.
