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Brooch By Amelia Toelke

Year:

2024

Materials:

vintage silver chain, silver, recycled diamonds

Dimensions:

2.5 x 2.5 x 0.25 inches

Notable Techniques:

Flush setting, fabrication

Featured In:

Charms From Charm City

Photograph: J Diamond

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Amelia Toelke is a multidisciplinary artist who is fluent in the language of adornment, whether that be in jewelry, painting, or sculpture. Her Gem Face series translates 3D jewelry into humorous 2D paintings, highlighting the emotions and nostalgia imbued in jewelry. Toelke’s practice has taken her abroad to cities such as Lanzhou, China, and Tbilisi, Georgia, to participate in artist residencies. Her work has been published in Metalsmith magazine, The Washington Post, and 500 Enameled Objects.

Learn more about Amelia Toelke here.

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