Sylvia Gottwald, Pinna Nobilis, gold leafed Necklace

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Sylvia Gottwald, Pinna Nobilis, gold leafed Necklace

About the Item

This Statement Necklace is made from vintage orange /Terracotta color Pinna Nobilis, which is now officially recognized and listed as "Critically Endangered" by the IUCN. This iconic Mediterranean and Adriatic Sea shell is one of two of the largest shells in the world oceans. In antiquity, it was used for its Byssus or sea silk favored by kings and queens for making of special garments. In a not so distant past, over harvesting and pollution threatened it. More recently, an outbreak caused by exceptional sea warming weakened the shell's immunity, and consequently made it vulnerable to parasite attacks. This resulted in a huge mortality in the entire Mediterranean region. The statement necklace was made from a shell purchased from fishermen many years ago. The Pinna Necklace was made from the upper part of the shell in the shape of a new moon. Its upper edges are enhanced and strengthened by pieces curt from copper. This Statement Necklace is on one side embellished by 24 carat gold leaf ,hand beaten in Myanmar / from orange /Terracotta color Pinna Nobilis, which is now officially recognized and listed as "Critically Endangered" by the IUCN. This iconic Mediterranean and Adriatic Sea shell is one of two of the largest shells in the world oceans. In antiquity, it was used for its Byssus or sea silk favored by kings and queens for making of special garments. In a not so distant past, over harvesting and pollution threatened it. More recently, an outbreak caused by exceptional sea warming weakened the shell's immunity, and consequently made it vulnerable to parasite attacks. This resulted in a huge mortality in the entire Mediterranean region. This Statement Piece can be worn on two sides. The outer side is embellished by 24 carat gold leaf hand beaten in Myanmar. The inner part of the shell is left in its natural state with 8 large pearls. The Pinna Nobilis shell can be seen in the last image in the photo gallery. This piece is unique, handmade and contemporary. Sylvia Gottwald’s designs are fashionable and edgy but with timeless appeal. BBC had a special program on Pinna Nobilis featured under a title "Sea silk. " The Pinna Nobilis shell can be seen in the last image in the photo gallery. This piece is unique, handmade and contemporary. Sylvia Gottwald’s designs are fashionable and edgy but with timeless appeal. Her avant-garde jewelry collections comprise necklaces, belts, bracelets, brooches, rings and earrings.

Creator:
Sylvia Gottwald
Metal:
Gold,Copper
Stone:
Natural Pearl
Stone Cut:
Cabochon
Weight:
120 g
Dimensions:
Height: 6.3 in (160 mm)Width: 7.09 in (180 mm)Depth: 1.19 in (30 mm)Diameter: 6.3 in (160 mm)Length: 19.69 in (500 mm)
Style:
Contemporary
Place of Origin:
Croatia
Period:
21st Century
Date of Manufacture:
2016
Condition:
Seller Location:
Washington DC, DC
Reference Number:
Seller: Pinna Nobilis/ med. 24carat gold leaf1stDibs: LU1880211617252