The protagonist in this design is the stone, the ostentatious vibrant rough Muzo emerald. Muted melancholic tantalum patina reveals the captivating exclusivity of the emerald crystal exactly as if found in rock at the minesite in Colombia. Infused with ancient aztec feeling this design almost resurrects their intricate past. The very fragility of the material demands extreme precision and detailed construct techniques, making this ring an authentic one-of-a-kind piece.
Rough emerald tension set in tantalum. Rough emerald crystals are partially cut before they are set in tantalum to precisely fit the width of a ring. Only particular size and shape crystals are individually selected from reputable gemstone dealers by the artist herself. Each rough crystal is unique and the setting is carved meticulously to fit the specific gem. Emerald in such a rough crystal shape is very rare, its’ colours hail from a range of light turquoise to deep bluish-green. Each piece is unique, the image represents the exact piece by the size selected. Custom-made to size upon request, the specific gem shall be picked upon availability by request. The price is subject to change.
Each piece is unique and entirely handcrafted by the artist. Patinated using self-developed undisclosed technology. Artisanal metalwork techniques are combined with experimental practices. There is no glue, artificial colouring or chemicals used in the process. The price is subject to change.
2500,00 €
Being one of the most durable and rare metals known to man, tantalum it is used in nuclear reactors, jet engines, rocket nozzles, surgical implants and production of refractive glass. Tantalum is dark grey with a bluish tint and has a very high melting point at 3017 °C. With my work, I want to talk about the language of materials and contribute to the understanding that each material has its own unseen potential. My metal patinatination process is the fruit of perpetual research, and the result of a slow and meticulous artisanal method, striving to achieve something that is both a wearable object and an artwork.
With conventionally unwearable materials, uniquely textured designs and refined details, I wish to evoke a subtle sense of luxury, a fresh perspective on jewellery design. Minimalist yet sculptural and contemporary, I cultivate aesthetic with little adornment or embellishment, which parts ways with any typical visual motifs associated with jewellery. Still, with a deliberately simplistic design statement, I remain embedded in unique jewellery making techniques, epitomising material restraint and craftsmanship. Created with Earth’s rarest materials and a burning passion for quality, my handmade jewels reflect my pursuit of raw, spontaneous beauty as well as commitment to sustainability.