This room celebrates the “icons” of Italian jewellery: masters, schools, and signatures that redefined ornament design in the 20th century. From the material and informal strength of Edgardo Mannucci and the so-called Marche School, to the essential geometric forms of the Padua School under Mario Pinton, jewellery becomes small-scale sculpture, an experimental research field.

Beside these avant-garde pioneers stand the great dynasties of high jewellery, such as Mario and Gianmaria Buccellati, who transformed ancient techniques, openwork, burin engraving, lace-like textures—into globally recognized symbols of luxury, lightness, and perfection.

The exhibition brings together objects that have become true models: bracelets, necklaces, brooches, and parures demonstrating how certain visions have become authentic icons in jewellery.