Prolific jewelry designer John Brevard said it was a near-fatal childhood illness that led him to question the nature of human existence and its connection with the universe. Art and design would come to serve as an outlet for his self-expression, and Brevard’s visually engaging, cerebral and environmentally sustainable statement pieces embody the essence of 21st-century modernism.
Born in 1982 in Miami, Florida, Brevard had an intrinsic interest in nature and the arts as a child. However, at age 14, he contracted encephalitis and meningitis, leaving him comatose for several weeks. His recovery left him with a deep-seated desire to explore broad philosophical questions about human existence.
“There’s nothing more inspiring than the universe,” Brevard told Haute Living in 2014. “I’m influenced by realms of existence beyond our five physical senses ... alternate dimensions beyond our normal waking state consciousness.”
The experience, Brevard claimed, “served as the catalyst for his design philosophy and work ethic,” and he pursued a career in the arts, graduating with degrees in architecture and design.
In 2007, Brevard established his namesake brand. Its offerings included jewelry, accessories, handbags, shoes, furniture, art and more. He opened his first pop-up showroom in 2010 in Wynwood — an arts and culture district in Miami — where he displayed his visual art, which was listed in the Miami New Times’ “Best of Miami.”
Brevard launched his first luxury jewelry line in 2012 with fashion rings, pendant necklaces and cuff bracelets made of gold and silver, and embellished with precious stones. He opened his first permanent atelier and appointment-only showroom in Coral Gables the following year.
In 2015, Brevard opened his first flagship store in New York City and gained membership to the Council of Fashion Designers of America. He also launched Thoscene — a unique customization software that uses an astrological algorithm to create jewelry and accessories based on the time, date and location of a person’s birth.
Today, Brevard’s jewelry and other works can be found in galleries and retailers worldwide and have been featured in magazines such as Vogue, Forbes and Vanity Fair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of John Brevard rings, necklaces, bracelets and more.
One of a Kind Silver Surfer Convertible Desk and Coffee Table
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
The Silver Surfer Desk is a one of a kind surfboard shaped desk that has elements of timeless elegance and futuristic tones. A keen proponent of sustaina...
Zinc
One of a kind coffee table, hand crafted
By RinDesign
Located in London, GB
One of kind medium size coffee table, beautifully handcrafted in stucco marmo, a lengthy, laborious 15th century method that lends itself well to modern design. Inspired by the Japan...
Steel
Spanish Emperador Marble Sculptural Coffee Table - One Of A Kind Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in İnegöl, TR
Created By: Tinella Design Material Composition: Solid Block, Polished Spanish Emperador Marble Dimensions: 52" Length x 27" Width x 18" Height Design Style: Modern Classic, Architectural, Minimalist, Transitional Origin: Handcrafted in Turkey from Spanish Marble Anchor your living space with the substantial presence and timeless elegance of this Emperador marble coffee table...
Stone, Marble
James de Wulf Concrete Leaning Coffee Table
By James de Wulf
Located in Paia, HI
A play on balance, this table is constructed entirely of two concrete pieces. The tabletop is singly supported by the leg, while the two merge with gravity to lock into place. Their balance is a sight to behold. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Color shown in natural tone A perfect complement to the James de Wulf concrete...
Concrete, Cement
One of a Kind 1970s American Studio Free Form Coffee Table
Located in Berlin, DE
One-of-a-kind 1970s American studio free-form coffee table, sourced in California. Crafted entirely from solid walnut, the table features an organic oval top with an elongated oval...
Walnut
$3,945
H 24.41 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Late 19th Century Tyrolean Shabby Small Desk Table Art Nouveau, Pine Painted
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1980s-1990s Tyrol Austrian shabby small desk table country Art Nouveau, in solid pine with original painting, only wax polished. Measures cm: H 62, ...
Pine
$3,321Sale Price|70% Off
H 11.82 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Handcrafted Square Center Coffee Table Teak Wood and White Lacquer One-of-a-Kind
By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS
Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT
Inspired by the Sacred Ceiba trees of Havana, this sculptural coffee table by Joao Faria combines organic forms with the precision of contemporary furniture design. Handcrafted in Po...
Wood, Teak, Lacquer
One of a Kind Persian Tile Coffee Table
By Joseph Malekan
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful artistic coffee table made of hand-forged iron base, with set of eight old Persian tiles showing hunting scene, all surrounded with colorful hand work mosaic. The top is...
Steel
$11,000 / item
H 17 in W 27 in D 36 in
Burl Wood And Steel Hand Crafted One Of A Kind Sculptural Coffee Table
By James DeMartis
Located in East Hampton, NY
Cherry burl wood and melted iron coffee table with blackened steel patina and clear spray finish. Extremely rare and unique kidney bean shaped top with natural voids and tapered edge...
Wrought Iron
$7,500Sale Price|58% Off
H 17 in W 59 in D 35.5 in
One of a Kind Phyllis Morris Sled Shaped Coffee Table 1970's
By Phyllis Morris
Located in Tarzana, CA
One of a Kind Phyllis Morris Sled Shaped Coffee Table - 1970's This model is the rarest model that Phyllis Morris created during her career. It is nearly impossible to find another ...
Bronze
$995Sale Price|46% Off
H 16.5 in W 39.5 in D 25 in
One of a Kind Artist Created Coffee Table with Collaged Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
One of a kind work of art coffee table having faux painted vintage French style base with mixed media collage under glass as the surface. The central romantic antique tapestry is su...
Wood
$6,382
H 11.38 in W 51.19 in D 51.19 in
One-of-a-Kind Checkerboard Oak Coffee Table by Finemarq, Netherlands
Located in amstelveen, NL
Unique custom-made coffee table crafted by Finemarq, Netherlands, featuring a striking black and natural oak checkerboard marquetry inlay. The bold geometric pattern wraps seamlessly...
Oak
1970s Scandinavian Modern Teak Convertible Console Table Desk
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a versatile Scandinavian-modern convertible console table or desk, circa 1970s. Crafted in warm teak with beauti...
Brass