Jewellery

Our History

Since 1948, when Armand Frohmann founded Frohmann jewelers in the beating heart of the diamond center in Antwerp, our brand and products are reknown for the outstanding quality of jewelery manufactured in the traditional way, with a little creative twist.

At Christies and Sotheby’s you will find pieces from the collection that are acclaimed worldwide for their high quality and precision; also are we proud to have many royal families as clients of Frohmann.

In 2005 Frohmann was acquired by Group Finkelstein ( est . 1896  ) that with its international reputation is, among other things, renown for the unique quality and purity of diamonds  both raw and cut.

Today the Frohmann brand is led by Philippe Finkelstein  who mixes his high knowledge of craftmanship with an innovative touch unseen till today.

Our Philosophy

From religious art to the art of jewellery making, a finely chiselled story… Holemans is synonymous with elegance and classicism, its style developing from generation to generation, balancing respect for tradition with a desire to innovate.

HENRI HOLEMANS,
GREAT RELIGIOUS ARTIST AND GOLDSMITH
The Atelier Holemans is founded by Henri Holemans. His religious works can still be admired at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Brussels.

1922
Henri Holemans learns the art of using natural lacquers on metal from a Japanese Master, a trade secret passed down from father to son.

1928
JEAN HOLEMANS,
THE CREATIVE JEWELLER
Jean Holemans takes over the family workshop and refocuses on the more irreverent allure of jewellery. An inspired artist, he himself designs each piece of jewellery and creates the Holemans style.

1960
Jean Holemans creates the legendary Antelope Solitaire ring and introduces use of lacquers on precious metals, a first in Belgium.

1981
THIERRY HOLEMANS
THE BOLD STRATEGIST
Thierry Holemans takes up the jewellery torch and creates themed collections.

1990
Holemans Jewellers opens a store in Place Vendôme, Paris.

1998
MOÏSE MANN
THE PASSIONATE CRAFTSMAN
Thierry Holemans entrusts the running of the family business to Moïse Mann who knows the Maison well having worked there for nearly 20 years.

2013
A cherished emblem of Belgian jewellery-making for almost a century, Holemans rewrites its history in a new setting, the Place du Grand Sablon.