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Precious beads

Red-colored vintage German beads that catch your eye even though they are casual. The details stand out because of its simplicity, which is what makes this "Pierce 1579" attractive.
Jewelery made with rare techniques and vintage materials has a history that we want to cherish. I.Ronni Kappos continues to bring its historic jewelery as part of modern fashion and give it the warmth of handicrafts.

Long-held materials and inspiration

I.Ronni Kappos handmade jewelry one by one from a collection of vintage German beads brought about by high technology around the 1920s and 30s. The materials and colors are from that era in the early 20th century, and since they were made at the same time as the beads used, they give more power to the expression. Inspired by the work of Bauhaus artists, he designed many of his collections, and painters such as Klee, Kandinsky, Mondrian and Erban are the source of her work.

[About materials used]
- Vintage German beads (glass)
Beads manufactured in the 1920s and 1940s use materials, pigments and molds that are no longer available. It seems that a small amount of metal was added to the glass by hand by a craftsman to bring out the color. Companies that were manufactured by hand in the Bohemian region, such as the former East Germany, closed shortly after World War II. In an era without computers, everything was handmade. It is a rare bead with a deep and nostalgic color that is rich in expression and made by craftsman's intuition and many years of experience.

- 14k gold filled (metal fittings / chain)
Unlike the thin gold plating of the gold layer, the gold layer, which is 1/20 the weight of the base metal, is heat-bonded. Due to the thick layer of gold, it usually does not come off. It will fade as you use it, but one of its attractions is that it has an antique-like hue.

The color of "Pierce 1579" can be blended with the coordination that incorporates the same red color items as the beads, and it is recommended that the color of the pierced earrings stand out even if you do not dare to incorporate red into other items. ..
Because of its simple design, it is easy to match with any fashion and is versatile, so it is suitable as a gift for women.

Inheriting vintage jewelry

I.Ronni Kappos's jewelery is not only rare vintage German beads, but also the parts used in the big maison in Europe at that time, which makes you feel even more rare. It's no wonder that the San Francisco MoMA renewal is drawing attention.

Born in Pasadena, California and living in Los Angeles, I. Ronni Kappos, along with his twin sister Marina Kappos, was influenced by his grandmother, a painter, and became interested in creative things such as music and art from an early age. I learned. (My sister Marina is also active in the world as a famous pop artist.) In 2002, she started making jewelry using vintage German beads. We respect precious vintage parts with respect for the technology that can only be realized at that time, and with great passion, we interact with each material and revive it to a modern style.