To mark e.g.etal’s 25th anniversary, a collection of e.g.etal artists have each created a piece of jewellery that exists at the intersection of defiance and desire. These are beautiful, covetable objects that also challenge the wearer and push at the boundaries of what jewellery can be.
Anna Davern has been represented at e.g.etal since its inception in 1998. While studying at art school, Anna Davern made a series of penannular brooches – a design that is particularly associated with Celtic art – for which she received the critique that Celtic designs are clichéd and commonplace. For this exhibition, Anna has created a modern penannular brooch in defiance of this view. Using humour and movement, the wearer is encouraged to play with the brooch creating desire for interaction.
Pieces from this collection will be shipped at the conclusion of the exhibition (from 23rd November, 2023)