Diolun Blog

Sculpted Jewelry… The whole process can be seen in the images here below. From some of the natural items (Leaves) which serve as inspiration, to the sketches, the waxes and the completed model in Sterling Silver.

On Friday, December 6th, 2019 we were at Jennifer Garrigues Interior Design store in Palm Beach. In this beautiful store you can see and purchase Cynthia Dillon’s unique collection of handmade jewelry. Cynthia uniquely transforms an idea into a sculpture and/or design, combining her rich multicultural experience with exquisite craftsmanship.

A collection of #Bracelets, #Buckles, #Earrings, #Pendants, #Rings and #LetterOpeners in #SterlingSilver plus sumptuos #Shawls in #Silk, #Cashmere etc.

Visit us at www.cynthiadillon.com or www.diolundesigns.com for more information!

..."In the Inca civilization of Peru, gold was considered the sweat of the sun god Inti and so was used to manufacture all manner of objects of religious significance, especially masks and sun disks. In ancient Colombia gold was similarly revered for its luster and association with the sun and in powdered form was used to cover the body of the future king in a lavish coronation ceremony which gave rise to the legend of El Dorado. As a decorative covering, gold plate and gold leaf (gold beaten into extremely thin sheets) have been used to decorate shrines, temples, tombs,...

From The Getty Museum: The making of a Roman silver cup: Ancient Roman silversmiths developed their craft to the highest levels of refinement and beauty. Applying fire and basic tools to the shaping of precious metals, many of their sophisticated techniques are still used today. This video illustrates the making of a stunning silver cup that has survived from the first century, A.D. This cup is on view at the Getty Villa from November 19, 2014 to August 17, 2015 in the exhibition "Ancient Luxury and the Roman Silver Treasure from Berthouville"...