Qeelin

Since 2004, Qeelin reimagines Chinese cultural heritage through contemporary jewelry, fusing unbridled creativity with excellence in craftsmanship. The story starts in Dunhuang in 1997, in the painted silence of the Mogao caves, where designer Dennis Chan is struck by the beauty of the jewelry depicted in the ancient paintings and immediately decides to revisit this age-old heritage. The House takes its name from the qilin, a mythical Chinese creature that symbolizes luck and love: using the power of jewelry to tell stories, the brand draws on traditional Chinese emblems like the Wulu, its most celebrated design, to create elegant pieces for everyday wear. 

Dennis Chan’s vision for Qeelin brings a touch of playfulness and surprise into the world of fine jewelry. Every piece carries rich cultural connotation, reinterpreting traditional symbols with stylish designs and infusing contemporary meaning to Chinese heritage: from Bo Bo, a precious articulated panda, to Yu Yi, a symbol of protection, the House’s artisanship incorporates gold, diamonds, gemstones and jade into intricate pieces that resonate with the wearer's personality, while also expanding the realm of micro-craftsmanship into the world of fine jewelry.