Jewelry of the Andes
Jewelry set, 'Princess'
Juan Contreras turns to royal Inca jewelry to create this stunning set. Melding ancient and modern motifs, he transforms silver into a beautiful choker. Its pendants are convex rods with fascinating textures. Matching earrings complete the ensemble. .
Jewelry set, 'Poetry'
Ferm�n crafts a lyrical design filled with visual poetry. Enclosed in sterling frames, flowers reach out to abstract motifs. A textured chain surrounds the six lovely pendants. Matching earrings repeat the floral theme. .
Sunstone jewelry set, 'Golden Specks'
Sunstone gems glow with golden specks in the exclusive design of this jewelry set. Peru's Tiberio Gonzalez crafts the sterling silver necklace and earrings by hand in a design that exudes esthetic minimalism. .925 rating silver.
Jewelry set, 'Pyramid Maze'
Luis Banda creates an intriguing image, setting a shining labyrinth on the dark maze of "burnt" silver. The shape evokes ancient pyramids and the timeless Andes themselves. Stunning in its simplicity, the pendant is worn on a textured chain, and matching earrings complete the set.
Art glass jewelry set, 'Loving Heart'
Working in art glass and gleaming Andean silver, Beatriz and Carolina create a valentine necklace. The pendant is set with red and peach-colored baubles and worn on a cotton cord. Matching earrings repeat the hues.
Pendant, 'Sammy Straw Hat'
Little Sammy wears a tall straw hat, portrayed in silhouette. H�ctor de los R�os portrays the little boy in a pendant. The whimsical design finds universality in Andean themes. 0.
Jewelry set, 'Tunnel'
"When I finished this design I felt it was as enveloping as a tunnel, and that by the shape of it, you could hear the sounds when you're inside, " Yira Kahn comments as she presents her latest creation. Cast of sterling silver, set includes a pair of earrings and a ring. .
Jewelry set, 'Filigree Princess'
Lavish, lacy clusters of flowers form triangular pendants. Joining them in a stunning choker, Alfredo Inga demonstrates his consummate skill. The radiant necklace is complemented by floral hoop earrings, while a bracelet completes the ensemble. .
Sodalite jewelry set, 'Sea Turtles'
Deep blue sodalite encloses the colors of the ocean depths. It centers the shells of delicate silver sea turtles. Always aware of the ecology, Juan Contreras captures the creatures' beauty in a dazzling set of necklace and earrings. .
Jewelry set, 'Inca Pyramid'
Inspired by ancient Inca adornments, this necklace features lavish pre-Hispanic motifs incised on each pendant. Juan Contreras recreates a classic pectoral as a choker. Matching earrings complement the necklace as he transforms his Andean legacy into modern fashion. .