This piece captures the enduring charm and intricate beauty of the juniper, incorporating meticulously 24k gold-plated cast bronze leaves and branches that pay homage to this versatile plant. The juniper necklace reflects the grace and timeless symbolism of juniper in its design, providing a link to both nature and tradition.
Juniper (Juniperus) is a diverse genus of coniferous trees and shrubs in the cypress family, known for its adaptability and symbolic significance. Its evergreen branches and scale-like leaves have made it a symbol of strength and resilience in many cultures, and its adaptability to a wide range of environments makes it a versatile and low-maintenance choice for landscaping. Although the plant’s small, dark bluish-violet berries are called berries, they are actually tiny seed cones with fused scales that play an important role in the production of gin.
Materials
The juniper earrings are cast in 24k gold-plated bronze and accented with dark grey freshwater seed pearls, representing the juniper berries. The wires are 925 sterling silver with a 24k gold plating.
Measurement
Length: 1.35 inches
Width: 0.64 inches
About the Artist
Michael Michaud began his career at the prestigious Rochester Institute of Technology’s school for American craftsmen and graduated in 1980. Over the years, Michael has developed his unique and highly recognizable Michael Michaud Jewelry line. He begins each piece by creating a model from natural elements and then transforms these models into his beautiful jewelry collection. Each exquisitely detailed piece is crafted in the USA, using high quality bronze, sterling silver or gold, and various natural stones and pearls, and cast in bronze using the artisan’s special lost wax technique.
