LC0544

A composition as a collection. Inside the large elements are gold ammonites in relief: ancient spirals of time enlarged by the faceting as by a lens. The piece is examined like the display case of a mineralogical museum assembled by a jeweller.

The faceting works as optics: it refracts, magnifies and animates the gold relief — the ammonites seem volumetric and almost in motion.

By day it is a cloud of faceted boulders with gold spirals inside — a piece read through refractions, and every element looks different depending on the angle. In the evening light circulates inside the facets, flaring on the ridges, and the ammonites emerge from the depth — time lit from inside the stone.

Where it works

Living rooms, studies, lobbies, reception rooms, gallery spaces. The composition is examined close up: it is hung no higher than necessary.

Selection by space: Hotel lobby and public spaces

Style

Jewelled Art Nouveau and natural aesthetics: the fossil as a gem. The message is collectorly — a piece for someone who values detail.