Therese Kuempel Jewelry
Abduction UFO Stud Earrings with Opal by Therese Keumpel
Abduction UFO Stud Earrings with Opal by Therese Keumpel
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Meet the Human
Meet the Human
Therese Kuempel is a Lake Geneva-based jewelry artist who makes each piece by hand in her studio using traditional metalsmithing and wax casting techniques. We both came up through the same creative trenches as SAIC art school alums, and I really admire how she translates playful ideas into forms that feel elegant and refined.
Her work is rooted in craft and material understanding, and it shows in the way the surfaces catch light and hold texture.
Why We Love This
Why We Love This
There’s something about the slightly imperfect, handmade surfaces of Therese's work that makes the pieces feel alive. They’re graphic and sculptural without being heavy or overly serious. --Gigi
Three tiny opals set into a hand-cast UFO shape. I like that they're kind of wacky and fun, but a little more subtle than most novelty earrings because of the materials and size. They sit close to the ear and catch light in a soft, glowy way. The earring fronts are made of brass, but the posts are sterling silver, making them a great choice for those with metal sensitivities.
Material: Jeweler’s Brass*
Stones: Opal, 3mm each
Posts: 0.925 Sterling Silver
Finish: Nickel free
Made: Handmade in Chicago by Therese Keumpel
*NuGold, also called Jeweler's Brass, is a solid metal alloy of copper and zinc. It looks very similar to 14k gold, with a more pale and warm tone than regular brass. NuGold will tarnish over time when exposed to oxygen, but a quick polish will shine it right back up! I use Sunshine polishing cloths.
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