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| 18K White Gold Mobile Ring with Pink Pearl |
Those who have visited
this unique locale reveal that it is a place separated from modern fixtures
like a whole other world.
Italy is also
home to featured jewelry designer Lia Di Gregorio.
Italian jewelry design from the remarkable contemporary art
pieces of Giovanni Corvaja to the
alternately commanding and clear-cut items from Osanna Visconti Di Modrone is always steeped in differentiation.
Di Gregorio’s fine jewelry collections showcase an array of
subtle yet eye-catching details that include the orbital structure of her Mobile Rings and tightly coiled 18-karat
gold from her Gomitol collection.
She deftly masters the challenge of creating jewelry that is
vividly expressive without being overpowering.
Supple intertwined golden loops, delicate hexagonal-like forms, and
clusters of tiny rubies, black diamonds and white pearls are a sampling of her discreet
aesthetic of texture and movement.
A 28-year-veteran of the industry, Di Gregorio enlists her
background in art and architecture to develop her elegant artistic vision. “Art—in all its forms—has always been a
source of inspiration. It has led me to
seek harmony in shapes, to highlight details and to constantly search for a
fine and delicate balance,” she says.
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| 18K Gold BoxeSagono Necklace with White Pearl |
“I start from sketches, small patterns made of paper, wire
and wax. Then an original idea takes
shape in a 3D object. I love metals and I understand how to work them—casting,
wielding, inlaying. I develop rigorous
jewelry making techniques.
I set limits on what I can do as well as explore design
potentials. My philosophy is to break
from traditional schemes and challenge position and proportions to create
precious ornaments for the body.”
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| 18K Gold Forme Earrings with White Pearls |
2014 Jewelry Trend Alert: Despite some bold color trends this year understated hues are also big.
DiGregorio complements her streamlined forms
with such subtle hues as creamy white, and black.
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