Founder: Haroldo Burle Marx (1911-1991)

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

c.1930s-1980s

• Modernist Jeweler Specializing in Brazilian gemstones.
• Haroldo is credited as the jeweler in the family, he also collaborated with brother Roberto
• Apprenticed for 4 years
• 1945: Opened a workshop
• 1950s: Opened an Atelier at Rodolfo Dantas, 6 Copacabana, in Rio de Janeiro.
• Commissioned by the Brazilian Government to create presentation pieces for dignitaries visiting Brazil.
• 1982: Haroldo’s jewelry came to the U.S., lobby shop at the Watergate Hotel, Washington D.C.