Sentimental Jewelry

Parlante jewelry is also called a sentimental jewelry.



A ring and its symbolism has been recognized in the world for many ages. The first traces or this type of ornamentation date back to the beginnings of Sumerian civilization in 3000 B.C. Up to these days, its basic roles haven't been changed. Rings still are a sign of status and wealth of their bearer. A ring on the Emperor's finger was a symbol of power whereas women used to wear rings in order to emphasize the beauty of their hands. It was very popular to wear several jewelry items on one single finger. Jewels often tell stories of various kinds, e.g. love stories, stories of dynasties, political, romantic or tragic stories. Parlante jewelry is often associated with 'architecture parlante', a trend of architecture which is supposed to have a meaning. Susanne Klemm, a famous parlante jewelry designer, creates pieces which are meant to tell the story of friendship, love or loyalty through an intimate ritual of giving. Generally, the artist presents bonds of marriage which are commonly used by many artists but she also refers to blood brotherhood. A ring from 2002 is a wedding ring half covered with paint that imitates human blood. The next ring, simple in its form but very interesting, is called Too Much. It provokes intellectual thinking. Klemm used an interesting technique while creating a ring with two red balconies from which the air escapes, it is supposed to symbolize passing of time, impermanence of moments we would like to pause. In the ring called Remember Me the artist put a chewing gum instead of a gem as an alternative to expensive jewels we usually offer to celebrate important people we meet. The same role has been applied to rings entitled Under you skin from 2001, they are constituted of silver wedding rings and attached to them fingers made of gum. Wearing a cast of finger of beloved ones makes people feel special bond with them. The second collection of the same artist is a result of observation of nature. Autumn Homale 2004 is a tribute to autumn in the form of simple silver rings wrapped in paper covered with resin. The second line entitled Cultivated Nature presents nature enhanced and altered by man. This particular collection touches upon a subject of the interference of man in nature by showing ideal, perfectly shaped cactuses planted in tiny pots. The cactuses look as though they were standing on the windowsill, chrysantemum create a colorful bouquet. The artist says "I express symbols of seasons, flowers and human matters". Purity of forms, simple colors, idealistic nature and analysis of relations complete each other to create these special items. She is trying to become close to tradition and opposing it in the same time. She tells what she sees or is fascinated by, interprets that and leaves space for our own answers. It enables us to add personal stories, leaves blank space for individual interpretation and discussion. Parlante jewelery not only tells stories but also talks and listens to the thoughts of consumers.