Brass Leaf and Carnelian Earrings

Item Description:

Handmade brass earrings by Laurel O'Brien. These earrings feature a cutout design that evokes the shape of oak leaves, and are accented with a pair of lovely carnelian stones. Elegant statement earrings that can be dressed up or down for any occasion.

About the Artist:

Laurel is a professional jeweler and metal-smith. She grew up in the Finger Lakes area and returned to live in Ithaca after graduating with a BFA in Fine Art from SUNY New Paltz. Drawing, sculpture and other art mediums have always interested her and she likes to incorporate these in jewelry when she can. You can see this in her hand drawn and sawn out designs. She also use surface textures and hand forming to create sculptural elements in many pieces.

Product Details:

• Approximately 2.75" long (including earwires) and 1" wide. Earrings are brass, hooks are 14k gold-fill. Brass will darken over time with a beautiful patina.