Castro NYC Croissant Earrings
Price on request
Unique
2021
Royal Purple Theodolite, Antique Diamonds, Mexican Ebony, Zircon, Aluminium, 750 Sterling Silver & 18k Gold Clips on Reverse
4.5 x 4.2 x 2.4 cm
1.8 x 1.7 x 0.9 in
Terry Castro’s travels across the world and Europe inevitably inspired many of his works. Spending much time in Paris, France, he came to love the decadent pastries served by patisseries in the fashion capital. His favourite French delicacy was the famous croissant, whose crisp layers of buttery flaky crust lent him the inspiration for this highly unique jewel.
These earrings feature a mesmerising and uncommon combination of aluminium, royal purple amethyst, antique white diamonds, hand-carved Mexican ebony, zircon, and 18k yellow gold, all thoughtfully curated to create a stunning pair of earrings. The inclusion of aluminium as the primary material is an eclectic choice, not only because of its usual use in household products, but also because of its extreme brittle nature during the forming process. This piece was attempted twice before being successfully finished due to the fickle nature of the material, adding to the impressiveness of such a feat of jewellery creation.
The earrings are sure to captivate and leave a lasting impression. Their innovative blend of luxurious materials and meticulous craftsmanship make them a truly remarkable piece of jewellery that will stand the test of time. Embrace the allure of elegance with this pair, a celebration of beauty and refinement.
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Artist
Castro NYC
Castro NYC is a jewellery brand founded in 2006 by the late Terry Castro, a luminary whose artistic oeuvre has left an indelible mark on the landscape of contemporary jewellery design, weaving an evocative narrative from themes of urbanity, innovation and cultural identity.
