traditional sculpture

Artisan Wayan Neri incorporates Balinese carving motifs and reconstituted turquoise in this link bracelet, symbolizing the embrace of rain and water on earth. Master silversmith Wayan Neri crafts this charming bracelet from 925 sterling silver, forming each link by hand according to the traditional methods of Bali.

Add an ornate touch to your bracelet stack with this lavish Taxco silver cuff bracelet. Ezequiel Tapia handcrafts it from 925 sterling silver and embellishes it with two sculpted sugar skulls on each end. He finishes his design with a pair of bright reconstituted turquoise gems flanked by two small amethyst stones.

Ezequiel learned silversmithing from his father - a master Taxco jeweler. After studying mechanical engineering and running his own industrial maintenance company, Ezequiel decided to return to his hometown to continue working on his father's craft. His designs feature references to global cultures as well as traditional Mexican iconography.

Oscar Figueroa turns his eye toward vintage Mexican jewelry of the kind favored by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Working in Taxco sterling silver, he creates a Mazahua-style necklace. The pendant is delicately sculpted to depict an ornate nest hosting beaded dangles. Two doves exchange a kiss atop he pendant while two fledglings nestle beneath, and natural turquoise adds color and contrast.

Oscar Figueroa Escorcia was born in Taxco and has been working as a silversmith for more than three decades. His work captures his passion for the craft as well as local traditions.

A richly-veined hemisphere of reconstituted turquoise forms the shell of a sea turtle. Gracing a ring of Indonesian appeal, the piece is sculpted in exquisite detail. Nyoman Rena works in sterling silver, ably depicting the weathered skin, wise eyes and strong flippers. Faceted amethysts adorn the textured body. Rena names this piece Penyu, which means "turtle."

Please note that turquoise stone can vary in color.

.925 Sterling silver