Light
refracted in faintest blue. Thousands of facets cut to exacting standards.
Matched gems of superior quality. Individually, they are treasures. Together,
they are perfection, a restless sea of glistening, glimmering light appearing
as one immense gemstone - Shimmering Ice.
It
was while living in the island paradise of Mauritius, watching the sea's blue
waters lap upon the bleached, pristine shore, that renowned gem master, James
Stradley, conceived of this masterwork - a chandelier of precious gemstones
capturing the hue and sparkling refraction of those tropical waters.
Over
years gemstones were gathered from exotic parts of the world such as Brazil,
Madagascar and Mozambique. Viewing thousands of stones, rejecting most, he
skillfully assembled gems that were exquisite in clarity, blanance of color and
brilliance.
The
result of his vision is a one-of-a-kind triumph of artistry, featuring more
than 550 faceted ice blue topaz briolettes. Each briolette glitters with more
than 150 painstakingly cut facets. More than twewnty tiers of briolettes
culminate at the piéce de rèsistance, a 185 carat flawless
blue topaz drop with over 250 facets. Complemented by the finest sterling
silver chains and fittings, Shimmering Ice bears eight candles that bring the
masterpiece to life with color and light. The faintest movement, the slightest
breeze sets off a light show that is truly extraordinary.
Shimmering
Ice is the acquisition of a lifetime, a one-of-a-kind masterwork destined for
the home or gallery of one discerning collector. To arrange your private
viewing or to discuss a private commission of another work of art, call 303-735-4198
or Contact Us.
