Make History With Elizabeth Locke

Dive into the unique and historically inspired designs of Elizabeth Locke. On March 28th and March 29th, Deutsch Fine Jewelry proudly hosts a designer with a penchant for timelessness. Elizabeth Locke sets herself apart from other luxury jewelry designers by employing the techniques and materials of the old masters and breathing new life into them through expertly crafted modern jewelry. From ancient artifacts to 18th- and 19th-century works of art, Elizabeth Locke stands on the shoulders of the giants before her. Since 1988, her work has made it into the hearts of collectors around the world – not to mention museums. Stop by Deutsch Fine Jewelry on March 28th and 29th to bring home a one-of-a-kind Elizabeth Locke design.

Inspired by Antiquity, Driven by Modernity

No stranger to unconventional materials, Elizabeth Locke jewelry features more than just diamonds and gold. A hallmark of her design is her implementation of Ancient Roman jewelry and even actual Roman artifacts into her jewelry. The collection includes pendants, earrings, and charms that host Roman coins that date back over a thousand years. These coins are thoughtfully set in gold frames and accented with diamonds and gemstones, giving collectors the ability to carry pieces of human history with them wherever they go. Another nod to Ancient Rome is the use of intaglio gemstones and resin casts. The term “intaglio” comes from one of humanity’s earliest attempts at printmaking. The process involved etching an image or text onto a metal plate and creating a print by inking and stamping the plate onto paper. In the jewelry world, “intaglio” refers to a relief image that is delicately carved into the face of a gemstone, amber, or glass. The inverse of cameo jewelry, intaglio jewelry was incredibly popular in Ancient Rome and is still a highly-regarded artform today. Elizabeth Locke draws inspiration from both Ancient Roman intaglio pieces as well as the Venetian Glass intaglios of modern Italy.

Museum-Quality Micromosaics

Arguably the most mesmerizing pieces in the Elizabeth Locke collection are the breath-taking micromosaics. Each micromosaic pendant, earring, or charm is outfitted with a yellow gold frame and sparkling gemstone accents. On closer inspection, the ingenuity of the jewelry piece is made clear. Just as the name suggests, each image displayed consists of tiny shards of enamel glass that are arranged in a tiny mosaic art piece. Some feature full landscapes and portraits, while others are intricate depictions of various flora and fauna. Created using magnifying glasses and microscopes, each piece is painstakingly handmade and lovingly crafted into an entirely unique design. Discover these incredibly rare pieces at Deutsch Fine Jewelry on March 28th and 29th at the Elizabeth Locke Trunk Show.