Yu-Chi Chien's "Love": A Kinetic Brooch with a Story

Winner of the Iron A' Jewelry, Eyewear and Watch Design Award in 2019

The "Love" brooch, designed by Yu-Chi Chien, is an innovative piece of jewelry that draws its inspiration from a poem by Gibran. The poem, etched into the base of the brooch, speaks of love's selflessness and sufficiency. The brooch's movement, akin to planets revolving with gravity, symbolizes the attraction and eternal bond between lovers.

What sets "Love" apart from other jewelry pieces is its unique kinetic feature. The brooch, made of silver, moonstone, garnet, and iolite, is designed to spin with the wearer's body movement. This pivot structure allows it to transform delicately while being worn, adding a dynamic and interactive element to the piece.

The brooch was entirely handmade, fabricated through a meticulous process of soldering, stone setting, etching, and oxidizing. The materials used, including silver, moonstone, garnet, iolite, and a steel pin, were carefully selected to bring the concept of "Love" to life. The technical specifications of the brooch are 2.5" x 2.5" x 0.8".

The creation of "Love" was not without its challenges. Visualizing an abstract concept into a tangible piece required a clear vision and an experienced skill set. The designer had to experiment with weight and dimensions to achieve the desired result. The process of fabricating and assembling the parts relied on careful planning and precision.

The "Love" brooch was created in April 2016 in the CYC studio in New York. It is a testament to Yu-Chi Chien's ability to draw from personal experiences and observations to create pieces that resonate with people. The brooch is not just a piece of jewelry; it's a story of love, attraction, and eternal bond, encapsulated in a spinning, kinetic design.

In recognition of its innovative design and technical excellence, "Love" was awarded the Iron A' Jewelry, Eyewear and Watch Design Award in 2019. This prestigious award is given to well-designed, practical, and innovative creations that meet professional and industrial requirements and contribute to a better world.