Ole Lynggaard (Denmark), jewellery and dressing accessories

Ole Lynggaard (1936-2018) was a Danish jewellery designer and the founder of the fine jewellery brand Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, and grew up in a family of jewellers. His parents owned two fine jewellery stores, and Lynggaard was exposed to the world of jewellery from a young age, beginning his apprenticeship as a goldsmith at the age of 15. After completing his apprenticeship, he travelled the world to learn about different jewellery-making techniques and to study the jewellery designs of different cultures. In 1963, he returned to Denmark and founded his own jewellery brand, Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen.

Lynggaard's jewellery designs are known for their organic forms and their use of natural materials, such as gold, silver, diamonds, and gemstones. He was particularly inspired by nature, and many of his designs feature motifs such as flowers, animals, and leaves. One of Lynggaard's more... most iconic designs is the Snakes Collection, which he launched in 1973. The collection features serpents in a variety of forms, from delicate rings and bracelets to bold necklaces and earrings. The Snakes Collection has become one of the most popular and enduring fine jewellery collections in the world. Lynggaard's jewellery has been worn by celebrities such as Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, Nicole Kidman, and Beyoncé. His designs have also been featured in major films and television shows, such as "Titanic" and "Sex and the City."

Lynggaard was a recipient of numerous awards for his work, including the Eckersberg Medal (1999) and the C.F. Hansen Medal (2018). He was also named a Royal Designer for Industry by the Royal Society of Arts in 2004. Lynggaard died in 2018 at the age of 81. His legacy is carried on by his daughter, Charlotte Lynggaard, who was the Creative Director of the company..