Gretchen Born is an artist metalsmith specializing in hand crafted,
custom jewelry,
vessels, small furniture and decor.
Many of her pieces incorporate Mokume Gane, a beautiful and unique style of metal art originated by Japanese swordsmiths for use as ornamentation in samurai swords and hilts. She is a member of the Mokume Artists' Guild. Gretchen's designs are often combinations of precious metals and exotic materials such as Shagreen (a specific use of stingray or shark skin), black diamonds, dinosaur fossils or other materials. This combination creates a unique look while maintaining the traditional beauty of gold and silver. All of Gretchen's pieces are custom and can be made to order with your choice of style, design and materials. Click here to learn more about Gretchen or click the links to the left to see more of her work. |