Brief
Yellow Gold
Gems
Client from Gobi Desert region in China so he wanted three elements from his home: Rainbow Mountains, Caves of Marango and Golden Poplar Trees
Concept
The openings of the caves and their asymmetry are reflected in the shape of the earrings
The colors of the sapphires drawn from the colors of the mountains themselves
The texture reflecting the desert floor
The rich color of the gold specifically mixed for the earrings to match the leaves of the trees.
Sketches, Renderings and CAD Illustrations
Manufacturing Notes
The bezel for each sapphire was handmade using a unique blend of alloys to create a more flexible 18k gold wire
The texturing of the earrings was achieved by filing away the gold
The patina of the gold was the result of brushing the gold as well as heating it.