On the exotic island of Bali, also commonly referred to as The Island of Gods, metalsmiths have always been held in awe. They use ancient techniques handed down from Asian artisans to create a very unique style of silverwork that has become iconic in jewelry design. One of their favorite materials to work with is abalone. Abalone is fantastically individual––...read more
On the exotic island of Bali, also commonly referred to as The Island of Gods, metalsmiths have always been held in awe. They use ancient techniques handed down from Asian artisans to create a very unique style of silverwork that has become iconic in jewelry design. One of their favorite materials to work with is abalone. Abalone is fantastically individual–– no two shells are quite the same. Abalone mollusks grow by feeding on different varieties of seaweed, which create different colors in their shell as they grow. As a result, abalone changes color every time it’s viewed in a different light, revealing many hues, from turquoise, to peacock green to rose pink. This intricate set captures Bali’s rich cultural and artistic history as intricate silver work and abalone shell come together for a true celebration of Bali design.
