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Magnificence Stellaire
The Kinetic Ring – MAGNIFICENCE STELLAIRE © Claudio Pino
14k gold, 925 silver, black opal, chrome diopsides, emerald, moonstones, pearls.
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The concept behind this kinetic ring, named Magnificence Stellaire, was inspired by the immensity of the starry sky in the farthest reaches of the northern hemisphere, a sky that unifies us. The central stone, a black opal, portrays the aurora borealis with colorful and turbulent wisps of air in the vibrant darkness of the night. The stone rotates 360 degrees in four directions (South, North, West, East), thanks to a carefully designed and complex mechanism. This system consists of various elements, including eight white freshwater pearls, which symbolize the lunar phases. On the sides of the ring, several golden drops shimmer tracing the magnificence of the Milky Way. It also features moonstones that epitomize the black holes of our universe. It represents not only the magnitude of the sky but also the importance of each different element in our system. A vast sky that unites us all despite the great distances that separate us.
* Selected Design. The Canadian Crafts Federation organized and executed the Canadian programming at the Canada Guest Pavilion during the Cheongju International Craft Biennale 2009 in South Korea and for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Winter Games exhibition at the MOV, Museum of Vancouver. Being recognized by one’s peers is extremely rewarding and provides the energy to keep pushing ideas forward. It was a great honor to have the ring selected for two such important events and to represent Canada internationally.
Fleur de Neige
Fleur de neige © Claudio Pino | 925 Silver, Amethyst, Pearls. Please inquire for availability and price contact
Vena Amoris
Vena Amoris Collection © Claudio Pino | 14k Gold, 925 Silver, Amethysts, Fire Opal, Pearls. Please inquire for availability and price contact
Elegance
Elegance, Marquise Collection © Claudio Pino | 14k Gold, 925 Silver, Pearls, Amethyst.
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Mystical Flowering
Mystical Flowering | Kinetic Rings Collection © Claudio Pino
14k Gold, Opal, Diamonds, Moonstone, Ruby, Pearls, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise. Please inquire for availability and price contact
Always inspired by the importance of each element of our surrounding and their interaction between each other, Mystical Flowering was designed to represents the rare Night-Blooming Cereus. A magical plant that once a year, it revives as it from trance, for only the duration of the evening. Attracted by its sublime aroma, the Sphinx moths pollinate them, giving them life. The two fingers ring portrays the shape of that butterfly and this unique flower that communicate the continuous cycle of life.
Tactus
Tactus | Kinetic Collection © Claudio Pino, 925 Silver, copper, brass, moonstones, pink tourmaline. Please inquire for availability and price contact
The Tactus Ring juxtaposes the cold silver to the warm brass and copper. This hinged ring draws a bridge between the traditions of the metallic suits of armor worn in the middle ages to the historic representation of jewelry throughout time. It restores the importance of precision, expression and precious embellishment , while questioning how the sensation of touch has been amplified over the centuries, especially through the influence of digital culture. This ring received the Second Prize – Larger Than Life Exhibition in Print 2011 – Metal Art Guild of Canada. http://www.metalartsguild.ca/
For more information about Tactus: Interview by Sue Whalen: http://www.metalartsguild.ca/page/q-and-a-with-claudio-pino-jeweler-designer
Infinity
The Kinetic Ring – INFINITY © Claudio Pino | 14k gold, 925 silver, moonstone, diamonds, ruby. Awarded with the 2009 Steele Trophy “Best in the Show” by Metal Arts Guild of Canada. Jewellery Business Magazine:
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Infinity is a kinetic ring that represents the unique sensation of weightlessness. A moonstone attached to the center of a mechanism, portrays a drop of water floating freely in space. Even though the stone is fixed in the middle, it is able to pivot 360 degrees in all 6 possible directions, which is represented by each movable ring. Awarded with the 2009 Steele Trophy “Best in the Show” by Metal Arts Guild of Canada.
Ocean Bloom
Ocean Bloom Collection © Claudio Pino | 14k Gold, 925 Silver, Pearls, Lapis-Lazuli, Phrenites, Opale, Cornelian.
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Glorious
Glorious | Classical Beauty Collection © Claudio Pino, 18k Gold, 925 Silver, Amethyst. Please inquire for availability and price contact
Cereus
Cereus | Kinetic Rings Collection © Claudio Pino , 14k gold, opal, tanzanite, blue diamonds, pearls. Please inquire for availability and price contact
