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...An ever
changing collection
of designs, deeply rooted
in the German Goldsmith tradition.
Made one at a time.
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" I hand-make precious
statement pieces.
One-of-a-kind and designer jewelry that
harmonize with the human form
with ease and elegance, expressing the
wearer’s individuality."
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Birgit, a
BAUHAUS-style-trained Goldsmith, creates these pieces in
her central California-based design studio. Founded
2004.
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Wedding Bands
& Engagement Rings
Cocktail Rings
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Cuffs
Bangles
Link Bracelets |
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Using a multitude of ancient and modern
goldsmith techniques, most of my work is hand constructed,
architectural with precise aesthetic.
In bold and strong, yet quiet forms I explore textures and
pattern combinations. I follow my intuition. Utilizing a
process of my own invention,
I carve into a laminated gold & silver sheet to reveal
the silver. Thick sheet is rolled out until the layers are
almost even. In the final pass
through the mill textures are introduced. Often a second
layer of hammered gold strips adds complexity to the
composition.
Other textures are developed by etching, imprinting with
fabrics and handmade papers, embossing, hydraulic press
forming and casting.
These sheets are cut, formed, fitted and soldered into a
frame. Each piece is finished with dark patina.
Occasionally stones, chosen for their color, texture and
pattern are used, but rarely become a focal point of the
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