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Qilin

Posted by Pat Rodriguez on June 13, 2013 at 1:19pm

Counter Balance necklace is very international. Inspired by the center piece which is a antique Chinese Qilin from the Qing Dynasty. The 5th picture is the back which has alot to offer from behind which serves to keep the weight off the neck and falls on the shoulder. It is really a show piece now as I think I got carried away and lost when I designed this years ago.

Comments

Eva Baby June 13, 2013 at 3:55pm

It is a very rich composition, but I like the blue main character of it. It can Look smashing if the right Person wears it with a simple dress! I almost like the backside more than the front.
Patricia Deany June 13, 2013 at 4:49pm

This is a very beautiful adornment. It is interested to note that Faouzi also uses counterbalance in his necklaces -- I am wondering right now if there are any true cultural pieces that have used this effect.
Toya June 13, 2013 at 6:54pm

I think I have seen Chinese court necklaces that use counterbalance. This is a gorgeous work of art. Nice job!
Akkie June 13, 2013 at 6:59pm

Beautiful creation!
Thelma June 13, 2013 at 7:49pm

What glorious colours ...on both sides!