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Preziosa Young Design Competition 2027

Who Can Apply: International jewellery artists, goldsmiths, silversmiths, and designers under 35 with an established practice; current students and recent graduates are not eligible.
The Focus: Contemporary jewellery design and craftsmanship, emphasizing material use and conceptual and technical innovation.
The Funding: Entry is free. Selected artists join a travelling exhibition and catalogue and may receive partner prizes, including a Florence residency or Inhorgenta exhibition space. Selected artists pay shipping, insurance, and customs costs.
Key Requirements: Online registration, CV, anonymous artist statement, and images and captions for five objects that meet the official technical specifications.

DeadlineThursday, December 31, 2026

Application fee$0

Cost to attendApplicants responsible for shipping and insurance to/from Florence; organizer covers insurance during exhibition

Program datesSpring 2027 onwards

LocationFlorence, Tuscany

ParticipationRemote

Career stagesEmerging

Disciplinesjewellery design, goldsmithing, silversmithing, contemporary jewellery

Application notesAnonymity required in artist statement and presentation texts; inclusion of personal references will result in disqualification. Physical objects may be requested for final jury evaluation. Selected artists must provide works for all scheduled exhibition events and agree to sell one exhibited piece to LAO at mutually agreed price.

Contactinfo@artiorafe.it

Hosted by

Le Arti Orafe

Organization based in Florence