Since 1848
Seven generations of Maison De Greef
In 1848, François-Prosper De Greef opened his doors in the heart of Brussels. Seven generations later, the story continues.
Maison De Greef
Jewellery creator & watchmaker curator
A jewellery creator and watchmaker curator, Maison De Greef presents an exceptional world of excellence and savoir-faire in central Brussels, the beating heart of Europe. Maison De Greef will immerse you in mesmerising sights, such as the purity of a rare diamond, the splendour of gem settings, or the exclusivity of a grand complication watch.
Beyond its commercial activities, Maison De Greef symbolises family values, heritage and history. It also represents years of advice and expertise provided to exacting local and international customers who yearn to find rare pieces and whose loyalty is a sign of trust and careful consideration.
Paul Wittmann & Henri Stern, 1981
Timeline
The house, year after year.
1848
François-Prosper De Greef opens his watchmaking house on the Boterstraat, near the Grote Markt of Brussels. Here begins the story of Maison De Greef.
1897
Maison De Greef expands to number 26 and grows into an established name for watches, jewellery and goldsmithing in Belle Époque Brussels.
1903
At only 30 years of age, Augusta De Buck takes over the family house. Her entrepreneurship helps lay the foundation for the further growth of Maison De Greef.
1953
Architect Jacques Dupuis unites the buildings at numbers 24 and 26 behind a single modernist façade. An architectural character that remains part of the house's identity to this day.
1958
Maison De Greef takes part in Expo 58, where one of its own jewellery creations is awarded a silver medal.
1971
Art and jewellery design meet with Jewels of Gold, a limited collection by Jean Cocteau presented at Maison De Greef.
1980
Paul Wittmann takes over the family house. His passion for haute horlogerie leads to a special collaboration with Patek Philippe and exclusive representation of the house in Belgium for several decades.
1992
Arnaud Wittmann joins Maison De Greef and, drawing on his training in jewellery design and gemmology, develops his own jewellery department. Jacques Wittmann, Arnaud's brother, joins the team a year later as a watch expert.
1998
Maison De Greef is admitted into the prestigious circle of Belgian Royal Warrant Holders — a distinction recognising the Maison's expertise, quality and enduring commitment to excellence.
2017
Maison De Greef returns to number 28 Boterstraat, precisely where the story began in 1848. An exclusive Patek Philippe boutique opens on this historic site.
2020
With the opening of a second boutique in Knokke, Maison De Greef writes a new chapter in its family history.
2023
The seventh generation takes the helm of the house.
Arnaud Wittmann
Arnaud Wittmann represents the sixth generation of Maison De Greef. As a trained master jeweller, filled with passion and knowledge, he carries on to reaffirm every day the family values of preserving know-how, personalised services and quality.
Heir to the culture of creating and the artisan tradition that has characterised the family for nearly two centuries, Arnaud Wittmann looks to the contemporary and the future of the company, carrying on a constant dialogue between tradition and innovation.
He looks ahead to the coming decades filled with creativity inspired by originality and dream elements with a continuously renewed thirst for challenge.
Sacha Wittmann
Sacha Wittmann represents the seventh generation of Maison De Greef. Growing up surrounded by exceptional watches, jewellery and craftsmanship, he developed a natural fascination for fine watchmaking and the world of the Maison from an early age.
With a background in communication and film production, Sacha brings a contemporary perspective to the family legacy. Today, he combines his passion for watchmaking with a desire to share its stories, craftsmanship and expertise with a new generation of enthusiasts and collectors.
Rooted in the values that have shaped Maison De Greef since 1848, Sacha looks to the future with curiosity and ambition, continuing the dialogue between heritage and what comes next.
Personal guidance
Not sure where to begin?
Whether you wish to discover our collections, visit one of our boutiques or receive personal guidance, Maison De Greef welcomes you in the way that suits you best. Our team is here to make every encounter personal, thoughtful and entirely your own.