At the center of this necklace is an eighteenth-century Portuguese laça pendant, likely made in northern Portugal, circa 1750–1800. Fashioned in layered openwork gold, its elaborate foliate design evokes the delicacy of lace, with laça meaning “lace bow” in Portuguese, while its articulated form reflects the expressive language of Portuguese ceremonial and devotional jewelry.

Rose-cut diamonds are set throughout the pendant, their soft, candlelit shimmer enlivening the intricate goldwork without distracting from its historic character. Suspended from a contemporary walnut and brass "torque" collar necklace, the pendant becomes a sculptural meeting of intricate eighteenth-century craftsmanship and minimalist modern form: an object of adornment reimagined for the present.

• Technique: Openwork filigree in 18k yellow gold

• Diamonds: Rose cut

• Necklace: Contemporary walnut and brass torque
  

• Museum Examples: Victoria & Albert, Victoria & Albert