Elysian Kunka Watana by Britta Schwalm is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Fierru Premiu in Walka Kamay Competition Category.

FierruWalka· 2025

Elysian Kunka Watana

by Britta Schwalm

Client: www.BrittasSchmiede.de

A' Design Award Fierru Premiu Winner in Walka Category

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The Design

About Elysian Kunka Watana

Elysian nisqaqa huk 750 q'illu quri kunka watana, hatun t'ikayuq 11 x 7 mm khanaq q'umir turmalinawan chaymanta huk k'askarayasqa yaku pirlamanta. Kay kunka watana, rakhu quri muyu wayramanta rurasqa, makiwan rurasqa wichq'ayuq. Hatun t'ikaqa Arte Nouveau nisqamanta kallparisqa, sumaq away quri wayrata llamk'achin turmalinata muyuriq phuru hina ruwanakunata paqarichinapaq. 8 mm pirlapa musuq k'askaray yachaynin kikinpa llimp'i k'anchaynintataq aswan sumaqchan. Kay musuq ruwayqa pachamamapa sumaq kayninta runapa makiynintatawan kusikuchin.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Fierru Premiu

Elysian Kunka Watana A' Design Award Fierru Premiu mishak kan, yupaychay, kayta ruray yachak shinallatak industriapak mañaykunata paktachik alli diseñukunaman kun. Fierru mishak kashkakunaka hatun ruray ushayta, hanak yachayta, yachak yuyayta shinallatak ruray kamachiyta rikuchinku. Elysian Kunka Watana sinchi yupaychashka, kuyashka shinallatak kuyashka ruray, ruranapak alli shinallatak mushuk yuyaypi kanata munanku. Kay Fierru Premiu japishka diseñuka industriapak ashtawan alli ruraykunata tantachin shinallatak yachaywan shinallatak ushaywan tantashka tekniku ushayta charin. Sinchi ruraymanta Elysian Kunka Watana yupaychashka kan shinallatak kawsayta alliyachik ruraykunata kuypak ruray kan, pachata ashtawan alli kachun ruran.

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.