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The Chromatic Circle

In his detailed research on color perception, French chemist Chevreul established a classification system that involved a precise and universally recognized chromatic circle. When combined, the primary colors form the so-called “secondary” colors—green, purple and orange. Primary and secondary colors complement each other in a contrast-driven dynamic, and Chevreul’s theory outlined how the opposite of one color is its “complementary” counterpart: red with green, yellow with purple, blue with orange.

Artists and creators around the world, whether consciously or intuitively, have adhered to these scientifically supported principles in their work—think of the Italian Renaissance painters or the masters of the Roman Baroque. Similarly, jewelers, who work with precious stones, have used these same color relationships to create visually harmonious pieces.

We invite you to appreciate, in this new space, the so-called “secondary” colors through a selection of materials that reflect Bvlgari's passion for them: the green of emeralds, the purple of amethyst, and the orange of citrine.