Alessandro Palwer Venda Ring
Edition of 8
2019
18k Yellow Gold, Wood, Natural Stone
2.4 x 4.5 x 2.5 cm
0.9 x 1.8 x 1 in
The word 'Venda' is a direct reference to the Venda people, a Southern African Bantu group living mostly near the South African-Zimbabwean border. Palwer embodies its tribal aesthetic with the combination of mammoth horn set on a gold plinth supported by the ebony ring. The Venda ring harmonises multiple materials and geometric shapes to create a bold but delicate design.
Artist
Alessandro Palwer
Palwer is a nomad by nature – currently Venetian - with a training in sculpture – Life-long experiences in French Haute Couture and a decade in the pursuing and in the creation of unique custom-made jewellery. His works are both bold and theatrical pieces, mixing raw and precious materials with unusual proportions. Treated as sculptures, inspired by female attitude, flair and femininity, and created spontaneously from artistic gouache sketches to sensual and powerful shapes. This collection evokes a journey.
