Gigi Mariani
Pebbles, 2025
24 kt yellow gold, silver, niello earrings
L.4cm
Unique within the series and signed
Gigi Mariani revives ancient goldsmithing techniques, notably niello, to create distinctive, tactile surfaces. He completely oxidises the metal, allowing its natural shine to disappear beneath a dark, rough patina. This process, enhanced by cracks and textures, evokes a sense of age and emotional depth, giving each piece a raw, expressive quality reminiscent of worn or ancient artefacts.
