An Artistic Masterpiece that you can Wear!
If you like the bead work of Miriam
Haskell or Robert DeMario, you will love the work of Ian St. Gielar. I have often heard his intricate designs called "Art to Wear".
Ann Pitman, author of the Inside the Jewelry Box books wrote in Volume 3 some of his work is "museum quality". His work draws you in and the more you study it the more you discover.
This fabulous collage floral motif necklace shows just what an eye for colors and design he possessed.
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As you might know Ian St. Gielar passed away in March of 2007.
Mr. Gielar had quite the celebrity following and often made custom made pieces for his friends.
All of his pieces were made by hand with vintage elements and high quality glass. All are intricately
layered.
Note the mother of pearl element deftly tucked into the bottom section. If you notice, it shows
all of the same colors as the rest of the necklace. Hmm... I wonder how
long took him to find just the right piece? All of the elements are wired
to a filigree backing, again by hand.
The double strand of aqua glass round beads have a wonderful glow about them. Here again his choice shows his talent for composition. The slight iridescent glow of these beads harmonize with the colors of all the other beads perfectly.
Mr. Gielar's wife Valentina continues to make this extraordinary jewelry and I for one could not be happier!
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