Lantern Pendant: A Modern Twist on Traditional Jewelry

Designer Katherine Alexandra Brunacci Creates a Unique and Personalized Experience

The Lantern Pendant is a multi-faceted jewel that can be adorned with various motifs and stones, making each pendant unique to its wearer. The pendant's exterior displays its symbols and charms, allowing for a personalized and meaningful accessory. Additionally, the Lantern Pendant can encase a scented wafer, adding a sensorial and emotive experience for the wearer.

Manufactured using cast, hand fabrication, and stone setting techniques, the Lantern Pendant is crafted with sterling silver, 18ct gold, and a selection of precious and semi-precious gemstones. Its dimensions of 20mm x 20mm x 40mm make it a substantial piece of jewelry that demands attention.

Designed as a pendant necklace, the Lantern Pendant offers an alternative to traditional bracelet or locket necklaces. Its unique pear shape allows for maximum delivery of the chosen scent, enhancing the wearer's experience. With its substantial size and customizable features, the Lantern Pendant provides a pleasurable and personal journey for the wearer.

The Lantern Pendant project started in April 2015 and was completed in July 2016 in Australia. It was exhibited in Gallery Fifty Four, Australia in August 2016, showcasing its unique design and craftsmanship.

Katherine Alexandra Brunacci's research into medieval objects and jewelry, as well as incense burners, laid the foundation for the Lantern Pendant. By combining historical inspiration with modern manufacturing techniques, Brunacci created a piece of jewelry that reflects its historical roots while offering a contemporary and personalized experience.

Overcoming the creative challenge of designing a jewelry object that combines personalization and sensory elements, the Lantern Pendant successfully tells a story and marks a journey for its wearer. Its lantern shape, displaying symbols and charms on the exterior, makes it a standout piece in the world of jewelry.

The Lantern Pendant has received recognition for its outstanding design. It was awarded the Bronze A' Design Award in the Jewelry, Eyewear, and Watch Design category in 2017. This prestigious award honors designs that exhibit strong technical and creative skills, contributing to quality of life improvements and making the world a better place.