18-carat rose gold saxophone earrings, view of the pair on a neutral background

Saxophone

The profile of the saxophone becomes a subtle presence in rose gold, defined through rhythm, proportions and detail

The creation

In the rose gold saxophone earrings, I have transformed the instrument's profile into a tiny yet recognisable shape. The vertical line of the body alternates openings, solids and small reliefs, creating rhythm without weighing down the design. When worn, the earrings hang from the lobe with a slender presence. The polished surface of the rose gold highlights the details and keeps the subject legible even in its compact proportions.

Explore all the creations in this category or, if you are curious, discover the world of gemstones in the Gemstone Encyclopaedia. Dedicated insights into the characteristics, colour varieties and gemmological aspects of the stones can guide a bespoke project.

The creation

In the rose gold saxophone earrings, I have transformed the instrument's profile into a tiny yet recognisable shape. The vertical line of the body alternates openings, solids and small reliefs, creating rhythm without weighing down the design. When worn, the earrings hang from the lobe with a slender presence. The polished surface of the rose gold highlights the details and keeps the subject legible even in its compact proportions.

Explore all the creations in this category or, if you are curious, discover the world of gemstones in the Gemstone Encyclopaedia. Dedicated insights into the characteristics, colour varieties and gemmological aspects of the stones can guide a bespoke project.

Bring a personal touch to a new project

A subject tied to a passion can pave the way for new bespoke earrings, reimagined around the individual.

The initial meeting is used to define shape, proportions, materials and feasibility before developing the design direction.

Personalised jewellery

Saxophones belongs to my archive of completed creations and documents how a passion can take shape through goldsmithing work. For every new request, I start afresh with the person, the chosen subject, the proportions and the way it is to be worn. I thus redesign every element so that the initial inspiration leads to an autonomous solution that is consistent with the person who will wear it.

From inspiration to design

Inspiration

The project was born as a graduation gift from parents to a saxophonist. I chose to start from the instrument that accompanies her musical journey, retaining its essential features. I was not looking for a technical scaled reproduction. The brief asked to maintain a recognisable musical character without reducing it to generic decoration. I wanted to create balanced earrings, capable of linking a personal milestone to a form that can be worn with ease.

Materials and finishes

I developed the volumes using 3D modelling and prototyping to check the overall reading of the silhouette in advance. Lost-wax casting then transfers the design into metal. I intervene with burin engraving, polishing and quality control. In 18-carat rose gold, I look for a sharp definition of details without losing the fluidity of the line.

Certifications and registrations

Technical expertise, professional registrations and qualifications have accompanied the development of my work in the goldsmithing and jewellery field.

Awards and recognition

Since 2009, I have guided private clients and couples through the creation of their jewellery in my atelier. Over thirty years of goldsmithing experience guide every stage: listening, design, workshop, quality control, and delivery. Awards, mentions, and accolades tell the story of the artisanal, technical, and creative journey that underpins my work. Each badge links to an in-depth article on the blog.

How is a piece of jewellery born?

A piece of jewellery can be inspired by a specific request or by a story worth cherishing. It is Custom when it starts with a shape, a stone, a material or a style to be crafted to measure. It becomes narrative When transforming a memory, symbol or personal passage into substance, proportion and meaning. Wedding rings, rings, pendants, necklaces and bracelets can follow both paths. In the Jewellery section, you can discover which one best suits your idea.
Portrait of Antonio Colonna, master goldsmith, in his workshop

Do you want to start from a creation like this?

Let's start with a recognisable subject and define scale, shape and presence on the face together to create new bespoke earrings.

The initial meeting is to clarify desires, materials, structure, timelines, and feasibility. It doesn't require an immediate decision.