Artisan Original Tiny Painting Encased in Sterling Silver & Glass, PISCES, Zodiac Necklace
$160.00
This piece started as a tiny drawing, then to an original watercolor painting of a tree stump, with an axe in it (Wood) and a pail of Water, overflowing. Chop Wood, Carry Water. The Zen Principle. Simple, Beautiful. After the painting dried, I then covered it in gesso (to make it waterproof and durable), and made a custom pendant frame out of solid sterling silver. I placed the painting in the pendant, then covered it with a thick piece of glass... the perfect wearable art! The silver has been oxidized and antiqued, and the work is quite rustic. You will see (intentional) solder lines, uneven design, and yet, it fits together with strength and dignity. The handmade pendant has this stamped on the reverse:
"has a 6th sense no one can explain PISCES "
I hand-forged the chain attached directly to the bail. Faceted rounds of amethyst and nuggets of sterling silver keep the pendant snug in the center of the chain. On the sides, a single oval of lemon Chrysophrase decorates the textured links. Halfway up the chain, right about where it hit the side of the neck, is a series of 3 tiny peridot stones on each side. It is incredibly strong, yet still feminine. This piece is an original, one of kind, and will never be duplicated. Over 20 hours of work has been installed into this piece, from original sketch, to painting, to finishing, to forging the silver.
See more about how I made this pendant here: https://bonniejeanhardwear.wordpress.com/2018/08/05/the-journey-begins/
The pendant itself is just about 1" long, by 1" wide plus the height of the hand-forged unique bail. The length is about 17". All metal is antiqued (oxidized) solid and hand-forged sterling silver. Need another length? Let me know at the time of purchase.
This piece is an original painting and hand-forged frame. There will never be another exactly like it! Incredible gift item, and reminder of what is important when we forget.
OPTIONS:
I can also add a charm with a phrase, name or date. Please inquire.
ABOUT ALL OF OUR PIECES:
>> Bonnie Jean HardWear pieces come in a custom tin, ready for gift giving.
>> Free First Class Shipping on all of our items! (You may upgrade if needed)
>> This One of a Kind Necklace is READY to SHIP, and will be mailed within one business day.
>> This is a one of a kind piece, but if you'd like something similar, please feel free to ask!
>> All of our pieces are made right here in Tacoma, WA, USA by metalsmith Bonnie Swensrud & family with love.
"has a 6th sense no one can explain PISCES "
I hand-forged the chain attached directly to the bail. Faceted rounds of amethyst and nuggets of sterling silver keep the pendant snug in the center of the chain. On the sides, a single oval of lemon Chrysophrase decorates the textured links. Halfway up the chain, right about where it hit the side of the neck, is a series of 3 tiny peridot stones on each side. It is incredibly strong, yet still feminine. This piece is an original, one of kind, and will never be duplicated. Over 20 hours of work has been installed into this piece, from original sketch, to painting, to finishing, to forging the silver.
See more about how I made this pendant here: https://bonniejeanhardwear.wordpress.com/2018/08/05/the-journey-begins/
The pendant itself is just about 1" long, by 1" wide plus the height of the hand-forged unique bail. The length is about 17". All metal is antiqued (oxidized) solid and hand-forged sterling silver. Need another length? Let me know at the time of purchase.
This piece is an original painting and hand-forged frame. There will never be another exactly like it! Incredible gift item, and reminder of what is important when we forget.
OPTIONS:
I can also add a charm with a phrase, name or date. Please inquire.
ABOUT ALL OF OUR PIECES:
>> Bonnie Jean HardWear pieces come in a custom tin, ready for gift giving.
>> Free First Class Shipping on all of our items! (You may upgrade if needed)
>> This One of a Kind Necklace is READY to SHIP, and will be mailed within one business day.
>> This is a one of a kind piece, but if you'd like something similar, please feel free to ask!
>> All of our pieces are made right here in Tacoma, WA, USA by metalsmith Bonnie Swensrud & family with love.