Daphna Simon
646-724-5092
New York, New York 10116
Born in Israel and raised in New Jersey, designer and artist Daphna Simon is best known for her magnificent massive animal rings. Her "Untamed Jewels" line of highly-detailed sculptural jewelry showcases her personal interpretation of nature and the animal kingdom, and includes rings, earrings, necklaces and bangles, all bearing Daphna's distinctive style. Each and every piece is handmade in rich 18k gold, and features the designer's trademark leopard paw print.
Combining her love for animals with a lifelong passion for art and design, Daphna Simon's unusual and exciting jewelry is a reflection of her fascination with all things wild. She finds inspiration in everything from the textures of rocks and trees to the shape and behavior of wild animals, and is deeply inspired by her experiences from her travels to different places around the world. "I try to remain loyal to the animal's nature. I spend hours and hours studying each subject, from its shape and movement to its behavior in the wild," she says. The result is dynamic, three-dimensional jewelry in which graceful leopards seem almost to purr as they rest comfortably on your finger or earlobe.
Daphna invests much thought in designing each piece, which she then sculpts with meticulous attention to detail, using a special technique in order to achieve the desirable "rough", natural effect which characterizes her jewelry.
With her uncanny eye for detail, unrestrained creativity and passion for design, Daphna Simon creates unique sculptural jewelry that is fashionable yet timeless, bold yet romantic and always, very feminine.
