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Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi by Esra Erciyes

Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi by Esra Erciyes is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ibhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award in Uyilo loBucwebe Competition Category.


IplatinamUbucwebe· 2025

Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi

by Esra Erciyes

Client: Esra Ercİyes

Ibhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award Winner in Ubucwebe Category

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The Design

About Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi

Iphefumlelwe ngumjikelo wokungafi webeya i-Turritopsis Dohrnii, obu bucwebe buqala kwi-artery yekarotid entanyeni, bujike ngobumnandi ngendlela yesangqa esiyisiqingatha, buze buphele embindini wangaphambili wentamo. Imiboniso yedayimane kunye nezibane ze-LED zilinganisa iintshukumo ezihambisanayo nezendalo zebeya, zidala inkangeleko elahlelisayo kwaye ziguqula uyilo lube ngumsebenzi wobugcisa owendalo. Okwangoku busetyenziswa ngebhetri encinci neninjini, obu bucwebe bucwangciswe ukuba busebenze ngamandla elanga kwixesha elizayo, bugxininisa ukuzinza ngelixa bunikezela ngelungelo lokudibanisa umsebenzi wobugcisa nomzimba.

The Recognition

About the Ibhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award

Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo kakhulu okunikwa imiyilo eyahlukileyo ngokwenene, entle nenobungangamsha. Abaphumeleleyo bePlatinam zizimanga zendalo, ubungqina bemida yobuchule bengqondo, kwaye babonisa ubungcali nobuchule obungenakuthelekiswa babayili babo. Le miyilo iyathenjwa ukuba ibe yeyona misebenzi idumileyo echaza ubuhle bexesha, ineegalelo kwintlalontle yoluntu kwaye inyusa imida yobugcisa, inzululwazi, uyilo kunye nobuchwephesha. Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi ibonisa inqanaba elingaphaya kokuqhelekileyo lokugqwesa kwaye ngokungathandabuzekiyo yenza ihlabathi libe yindawo engcono ngeempawu zayo eziluncedo nezixabisekileyo. Secret of Eternity Isacholo neBhroshi ngumsebenzi ophumeleleyo weIbhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award ovusa iinqwenelo, ukhuthaza, ushukumisa, uvuyisa kwaye udala uvuyo olukhulu.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Developed as the necklace of the future, this versatile piece of jewelry can be worn as both a necklace and a brooch. Unlike traditional necklaces, it rotates vertically in a 360 degree motion, reflecting the natural movement of marine life. It starts at the left carotid artery and wraps around the neck in a half-circle. The pendant can be detached and worn as a brooch. Powered by LED lighting and a battery, it is planned to operate on solar energy in the future.
Dimensions & Packaging
Necklace 141,22 X 53,10 X 260,69
Broosh 94,96 X 53,10 X 94,96
Tags
Secret of Eternity, Necklace, Brooch, mobile, futuristic, surrealism, art nouveau
Production Technology
The design was created using the Matrix program and cast in 18K gold. The ajour technique was applied to achieve lightweight components. The movement mechanism was constructed with a motor and gears, powered by a battery. LED lights were integrated into the design, and diamond stones were used.
Design Challenge
Synchronizing vertical movement was the biggest challenge. Integrating the motor and battery without compromising the aesthetics and reflecting the organic identity of a jellyfish in mechanical jewelry were difficult. Many prototypes resolved the issues. Initially, I aimed for solar power, but due to technological limitations in jewelry, it runs on a battery. Manufacturers and designers commented that my idea was impossible to produce.
Research
The Turritopsis Dohrnii jellyfish, known for its biological mechanism of regeneration, has the ability to transform its cells back to their original state, reversing its aging process. This remarkable capability links it to human biological processes such as aging, cell regeneration, and even biotechnology research. By integrating the concept of "infinite cycles" in design, it opens the door for both artistic and practical applications in various fields
Inspiration
This jewelry piece is inspired by the infinite life cycle of Turritopsis Dohrnii, a species of jellyfish capable of reverting from the adult medusa stage to the polyp stage, making it biologically immortal. The rotating curves symbolize infinite life, while the LED lights represent energy and purity. The necklace gracefully wraps around the neck in a semi-circle, ending at the jugular to highlight the source of life. Designed to function both as a necklace and a brooch, it is a functional work of art that symbolizes the endless cycle of life.
Project Duration
This design project started in September 2022 in Istanbul and was completed in September 2023. On October 7, 2023, it received an award at the 13th edition of the Next Horizon themed jewelry design competition organized by the Jewelry Exporters Association. The design was exhibited at the IJS Istanbul Jewelry Show from October 01,07 2023, and was also displayed at Yon Kuyumculuk, the jewelry company that produced the design. Additionally, it continues to be exhibited at the Jewelry Exporters Association.
Operation Flow
This design was created using the Matrix 3D Program and crafted with ajour technique for lightness in 18K gold. Additional gears were added to the vertical motor system for horizontal motion. Infinity curves were optimized, and a lightweight motor and battery power the jellyfish's movement and light. With a removable pin and easy lock system, it can transform into a brooch. The mechanical structure turns into an organic form through visual illusion.
Image Credits
Main image #1, Jewelry Designer Esra Erciyes/ 2022
Jewelry Production Team Sinan Yon, Recep Ustbas, Esra Erciyes /Jewelry Company Owner Sinan Yon ,Yon Jewelry Company 2022
Photographer/ Company Truva Visual Arts, Art Director /Cüneyt Aslan,Edited / Aysenur Sentürk, Secret Of Eternity, 2023

Optional Image #1,Jewelry Designer, Concept Creator / Esra Erciyes ,Photographer/ Photographer/ Company Truva Visual Arts, Art Director /Cüneyt Aslan, Secret Of Eternity 2023

Optional Image #2, Jewelry Designer / Esra Erciyes , Photographer/ Company Truva Visual Arts, Art Director /Cüneyt Aslan,Edited / Aysenur Sentürk,Secret Of Eternity 2023

Optional Image #3 Jewelry Designer Esra Erciyes/ Photographer/ Company Truva Visual Arts, Art Director /Cüneyt Aslan,Edited / Aysenur Sentürk, Secret Of Eternity 2023

Optional Image #4 Jewelry Designer, / Esra Erciyes ,Photographer/ Company Truva Visual Arts, Art Director /Cüneyt Aslan, Edited / Ayşenur Şentürk ,Secret Of Eternity 2023

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