A wide, graphite ring from the Nepal collection

• 100% silver-plated alpaca
• Ring width approx. 1.5 cm
• Approximate weight approx. 7 g

New paths begin where maps end - Nepal collection

In the mountains, the higher you go, the fewer the beaten paths - at some point you have to start blazing your own trail. This invitation to seek new answers, instead of following well-known paths, accompanied the designer when, after ten years, she returned to Kathmandu to create the Nepal travel jewelry collection with Nepalese artisans. Sometimes a return to the beginning is the beginning of something completely new – this is evident in each repoussé ornament, struck by local masters, millimeter by millimeter. We transform individual elements on the jewelry table into original jewelry, which can serve as a talisman reminding us that above the clouds, there are no beaten paths, only those we dare to chart.

Wide, graphite wedding ring from the Nepal collection

This wide, open wedding ring is made of silver-plated, oxidized alpaca, giving it a distinctive graphite hue. Its structure is completed by thicker frames running along the top and bottom edges, between which extends the central, decorated part of the ring. The plant ornamentation has rich symbolism drawn from Himalayan Buddhism. Spiraling vines and leaf plumes symbolize growth and the connection between humanity and nature. Interwoven into a harmonious composition, they create an intricate, convex relief that emphasizes the sculptural character of the ring.

Repousse - a craft from the Kathmandu Valley

In the hands of Nepalese masters, thin sheets of brass are transformed over many hours into reliefs covered with intricate, plant-based ornamentation. The Newars of the Kathmandu Valley have been perfecting repoussé for centuries and are among the most highly regarded masters of this technique. Working from the underside of the sheet metal, they use hammers and profiled punches to shape the metal, blow by blow, until raised decorations emerge on its surface. Then they turn the piece over and refine it from the front, deepening the lines, bringing out the details, and giving the ornament its final character. From the Kathmandu Valley, hand-decorated elements go to the ORSKA studio, where jewelers shape them into bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings, which retain their unique charm. the living tradition of Himalayan craftsmanship.

Rings from the Nepal collection - a distinctive accent in men's styling

Wide, repoussé rings from the Nepal collection can become a starting point for creating multi-element compositions. They look best on the index or middle finger, paired with a delicate ring or geometric signet ring. To maintain balance, it's best to wear a bold ring on one hand, and several more delicate models, e.g., from the Verum collection, on the fingers of the other. Those who prefer bolder combinations can combine gold and graphite finishes - the contrast of the metals will emphasize the contemporary character of the styling. The rings also pair well with repoussé bracelets and labradorite bracelets. A wide model can be paired with a chunky cuff worn on the opposite wrist or with a more delicate stone bracelet, which will soften its sculptural form. In a masculine style, a graphite band creates a cohesive set with a steel watch, an oxidized necklace, or a simple chain with Himalayan crystal. A gold-plated ring, on the other hand, is worth pairing with a subtle necklace or bracelet in the same shade. The key is to vary the proportions: if the ring and bracelet are ornately decorated, the remaining jewelry can be more understated.