Passing the Light

Bvlgari’s profound Diwali tribute to India: 4,500 hand-sculpted terracotta elements shaped in Serpenti scales by artist Doyel Joshi.

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An Artistic Collaboration

For Diwali, Bvlgari collaborates with Indian artist Doyel Joshi to present Passing the Light, a monumental installation composed of 4,500 hand-sculpted terracotta elements inspired by traditional diyas shaped in Serpenti scales. Honoring the hands and creativity that carry heritage forward, the artwork celebrates the passing of light, memory and tradition from one generation to the next.

Indian artist Doyel Joshi beside her terracotta Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari. Indian artist Doyel Joshi beside her terracotta Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari. Indian artist Doyel Joshi beside her terracotta Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari.
Hands touching a terracotta element from Doyel Joshi’s Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari. Hands touching a terracotta element from Doyel Joshi’s Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari. Hands touching a terracotta element from Doyel Joshi’s Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari.

Terracotta, gold and gemstones share a journey of transformation, shaped by craftsmanship into creations of beauty and meaning.

A terracotta element being handcrafted for Doyel Joshi’s Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari. A terracotta element being handcrafted for Doyel Joshi’s Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari. A terracotta element being handcrafted for Doyel Joshi’s Passing The Light installation for Bvlgari.

Hand-sculpted in terracotta, each element bears the gestures and skills of the artisans, celebrating the human touch at the heart of craftsmanship.