Modelled in wax, its irregular, timeworn surface traces the shape of the old nail, highlighting all the imperfections of its handmade nature and trapping the patina in the rough surface. Richiedi informazioni
ANTIQUE NAIL ring – ‘nails’ series
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NAIL ring – ‘nails’ series
The rectilinear incisions along the back of the ring and the brown diamond interrupt its curved surface. Set in bronze, the stone’s colour means it blends into the ring’s surface while still standing out because of its brightness. Richiedi informazioni
NAIL ring – ‘nails’ series
A carpentry nail becomes a piece of jewellery, embellished with a diamond set at the terminus of linear incisions. The patina highlights the engravings, the cross processing of the head and the appearance of the ring’s rough surface. Richiedi informazioni
ANTIQUE NAIL ring – ‘nails’ series
The shape of an ancient nail is taken up in the form of a ring. Wax modelling reproduces its irregularities and worn surface and, together with the burnishing, restores the patina of time to the piece. Richiedi informazioni