Even though architectural monuments of medieval Serbian culture and religion were created within the framework of Byzantine art, they are considered unique, mostly due to the independent historical growth of the Serbian Orthodox Church and state. This jewelry is an artistic interpretation of decorative elements which could be found on the walls of the monasteries or inside them.

The idea for the collection Medieval Serbia Ornaments came from the illustrations and drawings of decorative architectural elements from Serbian monasteries. The ornaments chosen for this jewelry belong to the several monasteries and they were originally made of stone, copper or simply painted on the walls.

Each piece of jewelry is packed in an original box and has a bilingual explanation.

Pendant on leather, an ornament from The Kalenic Monastery (Serbia, 15th century).

Material: zinc, silver plated and patinated
Dimensions: 8.5 x 3 cm

The Kalenić Monastery, dedicated to the Presentation of the Virgin, was built and painted in the period from 1407 to 1413. Of particular importance are the carved decorations on the portals, windows and facade, typical of the so-called Moravian style group of monuments. This jewelry is inspired by the motif that decorates the portal in the interior of the church.