Elysian Cozcatl by Britta Schwalm is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli in Cozquitl Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.

TepoztliCozquitl· 2025

Elysian Cozcatl

by Britta Schwalm

Client: www.BrittasSchmiede.de

Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli Winner in Cozquitl Category

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The Design

About Elysian Cozcatl

Elysian, ce cozcatl īc 750 teōcuitlatl cōztic, quipiya cē tlamantli nēlhuayōtl īca cē xoxōuhqui chalchihuitl tourmaline 11 x 7 mm īhuān cē epyōllōtli xixipēhtic ātōyāc. In cozcatl mochīuh īca tomāhuac teōcuitlayāhualli yōltic, quipiya cē māitlchīhualli tzauctli. In tlamantli nēlhuayōtl, motlamachīhuilia īpan yancuīc tōltēcāyōtl Art Nouveau, mochīhua īca tlatzacuīlli teōcuitlamēcatl para chīchihua iuhquin ātlapahmeh īcampa in tourmaline. In 8 mm epyōllōtli īpan yancuīc xixipēctiliztli tēquitl quihuēlītia īn īnēlhuayō chipāhualiztli. Inīn yancuīc tlamachīhualiztli mopāquiltia īca in cemānāhuac cualnēmiliztli īhuān tlācatl īmāitlchīhualiztli.

The Recognition

About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli

Elysian Cozcatl ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli, tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in cualli dizayno in quitlalia in tlen monequi ipan tequitl ihuan tlachihualiztli in quimaca in cualli tlachihualli. In quicuicah Tepoztli quinextia in hueyi tlamatiliztli, toltecayotl ihuan ihuelitiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Elysian Cozcatl ca tlazohtli, mahuiztic, yancuic ihuan motequiuhtia. Ni dizayno in quicuic Tepoztli quihuelitia in tlamatiliztli ihuan quipia chicahualiztli tlen tepoztli. Elysian Cozcatl quicualtia in nemiliztli ihuan quihuelitia in cemanahuac ica cualli.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Elysian features a 750 yellow gold necklace with a central piece housing a vibrant green tourmaline. The tourmaline is accompanied by a freshwater cultured pearl, faceted with a new technique to enhance its natural shimmer. The necklace itself is made from a solid 750 yellow gold round wire with a handcrafted clasp. The central piece is a woven 0.5 mm gold wire setting with wing-like elements flanking the tourmaline. The pearl's facets and the intricate design make this piece truly unique.
Dimensions & Packaging: Central piece: 12 x 6 mm green tourmaline, 8 mm faceted freshwater pearl. Necklace: solid 750 yellow gold round wire with handcrafted clasp. Length: 42 cm.
Tags: Green tourmaline, 750 yellow gold, faceted pearl, Art Nouveau, handmade necklace, unique jewelry, luxurious design
Production Technology: Elysian is crafted using 750 yellow gold, with a combination of round wire and finely woven wire for the central piece. The tourmaline is bezel-set with gold wire loops at each corner, and the freshwater pearl is faceted using a novel technique that requires a thick, flawless nacre layer.

The necklace "Elysian" was awarded a prize money at the LIV NRW (Germany) competition "Schmuckvisionen".
Design Challenge: The main challenge was developing the faceting technique for pearls and ensuring the intricate wire design could securely hold the gemstones. Overcoming these challenges required meticulous craftsmanship and innovative thinking.
Research: The research focused on incorporating innovative faceting techniques for pearls and exploring intricate wire designs inspired by Art Nouveau. The goal was to create a unique piece that combines classic elegance with modern craftsmanship. The findings demonstrate the potential for new techniques in enhancing the natural beauty of pearls.
Inspiration: The inspiration for Elysian came from the desire to combine timeless elegance with innovative craftsmanship. The tourmaline's vibrant green and the faceted pearl symbolize nature's beauty, while the intricate gold wire design reflects the delicacy and fluidity of Art Nouveau. This piece aims to evoke a sense of wonder and sophistication.
Project Duration: The project started in April 2024 and was completed in July 2024 in Frankfurt/Main.
Operation Flow: The necklace can be securely fastened with the handcrafted clasp. The central piece, with its vibrant tourmaline and faceted pearl, catches the eye and adds elegance to any outfit.