§ CATHERINE MARTIN (BRITISH 1949-)

CATHERINE MARTIN (BRITISH 1949-)
PAIR OF EARRINGS, 2000
stamped maker's mark, hallmarked for London 2000, 18ct gold, Kumihimo braided gold wire, in original wooden box
each 1cm wide (3/8in wide), total weight: 2.7 grams
The Scottish Gallery, Edinburgh, 2001;Private Collection, U.K.
Catherine Martin was the first Westerner to graduate in the ancient Japanese braiding technique of Kumihimo, in Japan. Taking this traditional technique back to her London studio, Martin has earned critical acclaim internationally for her ingenious creative approach, transforming fine precious metal wire into beautiful, delicate contemporary jewellery. Her work is now held in important collections worldwide including the Victoria & Albert Museum and National Museums Scotland.