Joy BC London Exhibition: Unique Jewels with Sculptural Depth at Joy BC’s London Debut
Unveiling at the Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery until November 10, 2026, ‘Between Ruin and Root’ marks Joy Bonfield-Colombara’s (Joy BC) inaugural solo exhibition. Featuring over 20 dynamic creations, including six new pieces crafted exclusively for this event, the showcase blurs the boundaries between jewellery and sculpture. As Bonfield-Colombara, an Italian–British artist and skilled goldsmith, elucidates, “My pieces oscillate between jewellery, sculpture and talisman.” Her work embodies a “mycelium of emotion, material, and form,” fostering creative cross-pollination.
The Global Influences Shaping Joy BC at the Exhibition
Growing up in London and honing her craft at the Glasgow School of Art and the Royal College of Art, Bonfield-Colombara’s journey spans continents. She has collaborated with master artisans in Italy and Japan, acquiring expertise in metal casting and Japanese urushi lacquer, using natural tree sap on various substrates. Discussing her international education, she credits places like London, Glasgow, Tokyo, Kyoto, Umbria, and Rome as key influences on her craft, which can be seen in the jewellery design.
“My practice is a love letter to materiality, storytelling and craft,” Bonfield-Colombara notes, highlighting the harmony of head, heart, and hands in her work.
Ancient Civilizations Revived Through Modern Craftsmanship at the Gallery
At Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery, pieces like the 2025 ‘Precious Tear’ ring, featuring a blackened silver bust and a gold-set diamond, and the new recycled yellow gold torque necklace titled ‘Demeter (Parched Earth / Rain)’ evoke the legacies of ancient Greek and Roman cultures. “My grandfather described me as an old soul, and young at heart,” Bonfield-Colombara reflects. She views time as interconnected—past, present, and future—mirroring the Andean Cosmovision, a theme explored in the collection.
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The allure of classical narratives continues to resonate, embodied in materials like gold and bronze that have historically symbolized ceremony, magic, and beauty across various epochs and cultures. The exhibition also features impressive art sculpture that brings these themes to life.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of Joy BC’s exhibition?
The exhibition is titled ‘Between Ruin and Root’ and is Joy Bonfield-Colombara’s inaugural solo exhibition.
Where and until when is the exhibition being held?
The exhibition is being held at the Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery until November 10, 2026.
What ancient cultures influence Joy BC’s creations?
Joy BC’s creations are influenced by ancient Greek and Roman cultures, as reflected in the pieces exhibited at the gallery.