Wearable Sculpture — Post-Colonial Gold This wearable sculpture presents a wide, tactile band supporting an elevated, organic form that subtly evokes a flower. The structure is asymmetrical and deliberately unrefined. Surfaces remain rough, layered and materially present — not polished, but alive. The upper plane consists of an irregular disc with raised elements — rounded forms, small protrusions and indentations — suggesting a botanical structure without literal representation. Metallic accents appear sporadically within the surface, emerging rather than dominating. The object carries weight and physical presence. It does not sit on the hand as decoration, but occupies space above it. Concept The work is inspired by the edelweiss — a flower associated with rarity, protection and resilience. At the same time, it became vulnerable through human desire: what was admired was collected, and eventually disappeared. This ring does not reproduce the flower, but translates it into a position. Within this work, value shifts from possession to care. Not having, but protecting. Not displaying, but preserving. This approach resonates with values visible in the work of many female artists: attention, vulnerability, connection, and the ability to protect what is at risk of disappearing. The ring becomes an alternative to gold — not based on scarcity or status, but on meaning, presence and continuity. More than an accessory, it’s a statement.A counter-archive of value — on the street, not in a museum. Material & Structure Material: ceramic-concrete composite with metallic surface treatmentTechnique: hand-built; organic modeling; visible textureFinish: gold- and silver-toned accents integrated into the surfaceUniqueness: each piece varies in tone and surface articulation The material is not precious metal. This is intentional. Within Post-Colonial Gold, value is detached from extractive systems and repositioned within constructed meaning. The metallic accents do not assert wealth; they operate as markers within the composition. Context This work aligns with contemporary artistic practices that address ecological fragility and the cultural mechanisms that contribute to environmental depletion. Rather than documenting damage directly, it materializes the tension between admiration, desire, and destruction through form. It stands within a lineage of artists who question how value systems shape our relationship to nature — not through spectacle, but through structural repositioning. Use & Care Avoid prolonged contact with water, perfume, and chemical products. Store separately to prevent scratches. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth. Surface wear may develop over time — this enhances the character of the work. This object is a sculptural piece intended for wearing. Handle with care. Shipping Carefully packaged in a protective box. Includes certificate of uniqueness. Insured shipping. Delivery time: 3–7 business days (if in stock). International shipping available. Tracking information will be provided once dispatched. Tags #WearableSculpture#PostColonialGold#AlpineRelic#MaterialAsMemory#EcologicalCritique#ValueRepositioned#CeramicConcreteComposite
