William
Harper
Master of gold cloisonné enamel, with a career spanning over six extraordinary decades.
60+
Years of Mastery
Creativity Without
Boundaries
William Harper's designs are intended for those who do not want just beautiful, precious, mass-produced jewelry—for those who are not afraid of the different or the unusual, who seek the non-traditional in high-end jewelry.
Harper never sketches prior to beginning a new collection. He believes his work is enriched because his creativity is allowed to flourish freely. He does not copy other artists' work, though he draws inspiration from them.
“Each piece develops a personality of its own. I do not accept commissions, as a client's concept may not translate as they would have intended.”
Gold Cloisonné Enamel
An ancient art form elevated to extraordinary heights through decades of innovation.
Precious Metals
Working with 14 to 24 karat gold, fine gold, fine silver, and sterling silver as the foundation for each masterpiece.
Rare Gemstones
Incorporating pearls, tourmaline, fire opal, moonstones, aquamarine, lapis lazuli, and other precious materials.
Found Objects
Blending everyday materials—glass, shell, aluminum—with precious metals to create pieces that defy expectation.
A Life in Art
Education
Dual degree from Case Western Reserve University and The Cleveland Institute of Art
Teaching
Taught undergraduate & graduate students in the Art of Jewelry at Florida State University
60+ Years
Six decades mastering the ancient art of gold cloisonné enamel on precious metals
35+ Museums
Works housed in the world's most prestigious museums including The Met, Vatican, and V&A
Housed in 35+ Museums
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
The Vatican Museum, Rome
Victoria & Albert Museum, London
Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C.
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Cleveland Museum of Art
Museum of Arts & Design, NYC
And 28+ additional institutions worldwide
Experience the Masterpieces
Discover the complete body of work\u2014each piece a unique masterpiece.
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