Faster Than Light Pendant And Earrings

Faster Than Light Pendant And Earrings

Faster Than Light Pendant and Earrings is an innovative jewelry design collection that explores the conceptual intersection between Einstein's theory of relativity and contemporary aesthetics through metalwork. Created by Belgian designer Olga Yatskaer, this sophisticated piece renders the phenomenon of acceleration and light speed through carefully calculated geometric forms and intricate engravings. The design, which won an Iron A' Design Award in the Jewelry Design category, manifests in both pendant and earring forms, available in multiple precious metal variations including 18k and 14k white gold with palladium, yellow gold, rhodium-plated sterling silver, and vermeil. The pendant comes in two sizes - a standard 3.4x2.2cm version and a larger 5.4x3.2cm variant, while the earrings maintain the standard dimensions. The conceptual foundation draws inspiration from the accelerating pace of modern life, particularly in technology and human interactions, visualizing how objects theoretically compress and transform as they approach light speed. The production process combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary techniques, incorporating manual design, 3D prototyping, high-precision casting, and both laser and manual welding, culminating in meticulous hand finishing. The piece's unique visual narrative progresses through carefully proportioned elements that represent the theoretical transformation of matter approaching light speed, where objects become increasingly compressed until reaching a singular point, beyond which lies the theoretical unknown - a concept masterfully translated into wearable art.

jewelry design, contemporary aesthetics, precious metals, geometric forms, theoretical physics, wearable art

— Adam Dawson

CITATION : "Adam Dawson. 'Faster Than Light Pendant And Earrings.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=451600 (Accessed on June 09, 2025)"