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Pearl necklace with Irish thorn branch by Michael Michaud

£160

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Details
This necklace features charmingly set freshwater pearls on delicate patinated bronze leaves of the myrtle plant.
 
The beginning of Greek Jewellery is traced back to the dawn of the Hellenic civilization. Jewellery has been linked to important moments in Greek society and culture. The Artisans of Greek Ornamentation took inspiration from Myrtle, which the Greeks held sacred. Visitors in the Olympic games and the mythological figures wore myrtle wreaths.
 
A firm favourite of V&A customers, Michael Michaud is renowned for his distinctive, original botanical inspired jewellery. This unique jewellery is made by creating moulds directly from botanical elements in a process similar to lost-wax casting. 
 



 

Author/Artist/Designer

Michael Michaud

Dimensions

42.5cm + 6cm extender (16.7 + 2.4in), width 2.3cm (0.9in)

Composition

Hand patinated bronze, freshwater pearls

Colour

Green

White

Product code

135632

Necklace lengths

 

1
40.6 cm
16 in
2
45.7 cm
18 in
3
50.8 cm
20 in
4
55.8 cm
22 in
5
60.6 cm
24 in
6
76.2 cm
30 in
7
101.6 cm
40 in
8
110 cm
50 in

Necklace sizes are a guide and may vary depending on the individual.

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About the designer
Birch leaves pendant necklace.

Michael Michaud

Creating moulds directly from nature, Michael Michaud’s exquisitely detailed pieces are made using a process similar to lost-wax casting, with actual plant matter encased, then heated and burnt away. 
Michaud’s natural forms and textures are complemented with soft patinas on bronze, accented with pearls, glass and beads.

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