Small Banksia Cuff Bracelet - Gold

10k Gold7/8" H x 2 1/4" inner diameter This striking cuff bracelet is bold yet delicate due to its intricately carved open and organic structure. The form was inspired by the Australian Banksia Pod, hand-carved in wax and then cast in 10k Gold. My work distills and reinterprets nature’s diverse patterns, textures, forms, and imperfections.In regions prone to fire, many plants and trees evolve remarkable adaptations that ensure the survival of their species. One such adaptation is the ability to harness the heat and smoke of fires to help disperse seeds. Banksia are reliant on both fire and water, as the follicles only split open to release the seeds after they are burned by fire and then soaked by the rains that follow. These clustered openings, or seed chambers, are visually captivating and inspired several pieces in my Dispersion collection.