Through ARTiSTORY's licensing program, the British Library and Gnoce have joined forces to create a stunning jewelry collection inspired by one of ornithology's most treasured works. This collaboration brings the beauty of historical bird illustrations to life in wearable art, allowing nature enthusiasts and jewelry lovers alike to carry a piece of avian history.
In a fifth collection, jewelry brand Gnoce aimed to create unique and meaningful pieces that tell stories through their designs. Their goal is to offer customers jewelry that goes beyond mere adornment, providing a connection to art, nature, and history. With this collaboration, Gnoce sought to translate the exquisite detail of classic bird illustrations into wearable, contemporary jewelry.
The British Library, as the intellectual property partner, brought its vast collection of historical and artistic works to this project. Housing one of the world's most comprehensive collections of books, manuscripts, and illustrations, the British Library provided access to invaluable cultural artifacts. In this collaboration, they've opened their ornithological archives to inspire a new generation of art appreciators through jewelry.
The primary artwork inspiring this collection is "The Birds of America" by John James Audubon, one of the most significant ornithological works ever created. Audubon's masterpiece, published in the early 19th century, consists of 435 life-size watercolors of North American birds, notable for their artistic beauty and scientific accuracy. This monumental work has long been celebrated for its contribution to both art and natural history, making it a perfect source for a nature-inspired jewelry line.
The final product of this collaboration is "The Birds of America Collection," a series of intricately designed jewelry pieces that capture the essence of Audubon's detailed bird illustrations. The collection includes various charms and pendants featuring different bird species, such as the Black Oriole, Carolina Parrot, American Magpie, Gyrfalcon, Great Horned Owl, Icelandic Arctic Puffin, Arctic Bluebird, and American Flamingo. Each piece is crafted to reflect the natural beauty and character of the birds, allowing wearers to carry a small piece of ornithological art history with them.
