Galatea's name was inspired from the ancient Greek story of Pygmalion, the young artist who fell on love with the statue he had created.

Since its founding in 1994, the Galatea name in jewelry circles has become synonymous with exceptional pearl and gemstone designs. Galatea Jewelry b y Artist constantly strives to reinvent the basic components of fine jewelry, But Galatea is more than just the sum of its parts. Its also a company whose philosophy is mirrored in founder Chi Huynh's unique vision of beauty and invention.