Laurel Leaves Earrings " Daphné"/ silver exoticshorthair Hand-sculpted octopus ring in sterling

Hand-sculpted octopus ring in sterling silver with 18K gold plating

The petals are sculpted in metal with softly ruffled edges

surface continues across the piece with

understated profile

autumn foliage

Laurel Leaves Earrings " Daphné"/ silver exoticshorthair Hand-sculpted octopus ring in sterlingInspired by Berninis Apollo and Daphne, which I encountered during a trip to Rome, I created these earrings with the scene in mind where Daphne begins to transform into a laurel tree. Each piece is sculpted in wax, capturing the moment when life seems to awaken like a budding branch. In the design, the two sides are not identical, which brings a dynamic sense of movement to the piece. To stay true to the theme of purity that Daphne fought so