The established jewelry artist Maria Apostolopoulou is redefining the contemporary face of Glyptography, the ancient art of engraving gemstones.
With a diverse background in fine arts, including a BA in Scenography, Art Studies, a Diploma in Glyptic Arts, and Goldsmithery studies, Maria Apostolopoulou has been professionally showcasing her fine craftsmanship since 1992. Her expertise spans various fields, including seal stone engraving, reverse intaglio, art medal, and coin engraving.
Maria envisions jewelry as wearable sculptures on a small scale. She creatively blends elements of art and design, including symbols, archetypes, and mythology, to create uniquely classic pieces of high aesthetic value.
Within the highly specialized EROS PSYCHE jewelry studio, gemstones are meticulously engraved by Maria's hand, while innovative goldsmith techniques are employed to shape outstanding glyptic art jewels.
Her limited edition glyptic jewels are exhibited in galleries, museums, international jewelry fairs, and cultural foundations.
Maria Apostolopoulou lives and works in Athens, Greece.