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A contemporary one of a kind handmade brooch by Christine…
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Auckland
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14-Mar-2021
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A contemporary one of a kind handmade brooch by Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler. 2007. Features a 6.3 x 2.6 cm freeform botroidal agate, one bezel set 10 x .7 cm, opal and three bezel set .4 cm, cabochon cut fire opals. 18ct gold and sterling silver. Weight 42.29 grams. Overall size 7.5 x 4.6 cm. Box, German born New Zealand based artist, Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler has dedicated the last 40 years to her goldsmith artistry. Christine draws on her surrounding environment for inspiration, allowing her imagination to run wild whilst seeking out jewels, precious metals, shells and stones to create the piece within her mind's eye, all Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler jewellery is personally handmade by Christine, with no two pieces being the same. From acquiring the metal in its raw form to setting the stones and assembling the piece, Christine completes everything on her own with exact precision and utilising old world techniques. She creates 'stories to be worn', pieces that intend on transcending time and space.
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Jewellery: Brooches