Henry Paul Dunay

In 2015, I had the rare, be it short-lived, experience of working with Henry Dunay. He was my client under Luxe Licensing as we promoted a soft launch of "Studio by Henry Dunay," a fine jewelry luxury spin-off of his legendary designer past. I recall meeting with Henry and his wife/then business partner, Frinette. Awe-struck best defines the take-away from conversing with Henry. His mind stayed sharp. He was witty and fast, surprising in his latter years. I also recall how much Henry deeply...

We met when I worked at Neiman Marcus precious jewelry and became friends immediately. He took the time to educate me not only his jewelry but how to present it. He was one of my mentors that I can look back and say thank you.

Dearest Henry: You were an inspiration to thousands, a mentor to hundreds and a friend to untold numbers of us in the jewelry business and beyond. Your creativity, enthusiasm, wit and warmth will always be remembered. I mourn your loss, my friend, and will always remember our formal interviews, private conversations, dinners and laughs during the many years we shared. Rest in peace, my treasured friend, Nancy Pier Sindt

Those we love don't go away. They are beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near. So loved, so missed, so very dear.

It is impossible to think of our lives as a family without Mr. Dunay being such an important part of it. From the very beginning in 1968, my father, Osvaldo has been working along side with Mr. Dunay. Ever since then, our lives have been intertwined all these years. Asides being present through most of Mr. Dunay's magnificent career, my father and Henry shared more than work together, but a true sincere friendship that endured through time and distance. It is so difficult to say goodbye...

I loved Henry, such a true gentleman, nobody could compare to his talent. I treasure the pieces that I have of his. He also had a great sense of humor and we traded many stories. His legacy will live on. I will always think of him fondly. Pamela Ruland

Our first trip to show his jewelry to a few of my top customers in Mexico City. We set up in a fancy hotel suite and first customers arrived and he couldn´t understand Spanish but saw one pile on one side and another on other side. He asked me which one they were taken and I replied Both ! He was happily surprised and said Muchas Gracias to both ladies.

I remember when I first met Henry in the early 90´s, it was as if I was meeting royalty- Rock Hudson or Cary Grant! He was the Fabergé of the 20th century! His work was incredible, with designs and stones I had never seen before! Oh Henry, thank you for your talents and your kindness. The world has lost a treasure. RIP