Perfect for Wimbledon and Summer Garden parties!
These are delightful sterling silver earrings for pierced ears by jewellery designer Carol Mather. They are likely unique as much of her work comprises crafted one off pieces or part of short limited runs. See the section below for details about designer Carol Mather.
Beautifully detailed with the calyx and sepals forming the stalk and individual 'pips' (achenes) too they show craftsmanship with a lovely attention to detail.
They are fully hallmarked with the makers mark 'CM' and date stamped to 1996. They are in excellent condition. They come with small plastic backs and the original box.
Measurements
Height 1.25
Width 1.25ins
Carol Mather is a London-based craft jeweller and silversmith known for her quirky, sculptural, and highly detailed silver pieces. Her work often features imaginative themes, combining traditional hallmarked silver with colorful enamelling and found-object aesthetics.
Mather’s jewellery is characterised by its narrative and playful nature. Common elements include whimsical subject matter. Pieces frequently depict animals and nature, such as cows with movable legs, Dalmatian dogs, beetles and ibexes.
Since graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University, she has gained international recognition for her work, which extends beyond jewellery to include:
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Silver Sculptures: Small-scale animal and figurative works.
- Functional Art: Decorative boxes, paper knives, and other silver objets d'art.
- Gallery Presence: Her work has been exhibited and sold through prestigious venues
As her pieces are often unique or part of limited craft runs, they are frequently found through high-end auctions and specialist antique dealers.
