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in ArtSea-Inspired Sculptural Jewelry by Mariko Kusumoto Blossoms from Gossamer Fabrics
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#fabric
#fashion
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#Mariko Kusumoto
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#textilesSeptember 26, 2023
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in ArtDiscs Extracted from Antique Porcelain Become Delicate Jewelry by Gésine Hackenberg
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Design#ceramics
#dinnerware
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#porcelainApril 5, 2021
Grace EbertAll images © Gésine Hackenberg, shared with permission
From her studio in Amsterdam, Gésine Hackenberg (previously) punches perfectly round discs from Delftware and antique ceramic dishes. The ornate, pearl-like forms are then strung together into necklaces or secured into metal bands for rings and earrings. Juxtaposing the old and new, the completed wearables are positioned alongside the original dinnerware to draw connections between the domestic objects and personal adornments that are ubiquitous in everyday life.
The ongoing collection—which Hackenberg says was inspired by her grandmother’s pearl necklaces and massive cabinet of porcelain dishes—evidences what the designer sees as “a certain kinship” between what’s worn on the body and the pieces that decorate and sustain a living space. She says:
What one keeps and owns, often contains an emotional meaning next to its practical function or worth. Possessions, especially personal treasures, define and represent their owner. Jewelry is in particular an outward sign of values that are deeply rooted in the wearer, of what people cherish, in what they believe, and what they desire.
Because the ceramic material is incredibly fragile, Hackenberg works manually with custom tools. She’s developed a precise understanding of the drilling speeds and pressure necessary to remove each disc without creating too many chips or cracks. If the material is damaged throughout the temperamental extraction process, the entire piece is unusable.
Hackenberg’s body of work spans a range of upcycled jewelry designs, many of which you can see on her site and Instagram.#ceramics
#dinnerware
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in ArtSprawling Metal Forms Elegant, Sculptural Jewelry by Designer Laura Estrada
All images © Laura Estrada Jewelry, shared with permission Los Angeles-based designer Laura Estrada handcrafts sustainable jewelry pieces that are conceptually driven, sculptural adornments for the body and face. She uses ancient metalsmithing techniques to create timeless, wearable heirlooms that merge fashion with art. “From a very young age, I have been building little objects […] More