Gabbee Stolp — Queen Scallop 'Soft Shell' Necklace, 2025

Queen scallop shells softly covered in pale gold leather, hand stitched with a sterling silver clasp.

 

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Gabbee Stolp is a visual artist and contemporary jeweller based in Wulawali/New Norfolk, Lutruwita/Tasmania. Gabbee uses found natural/materials such as shells and stones, in combination with shimmering textiles like metallic leather and velvet. Gabbee learnt to sew from her mother and grandmother and utilises the act of hand sewing as a symbol of gentle nurture. In combining textiles with natural materials, her works demonstrate care and consideration of the importance of nature and place. 

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Material: Queen scallop shells, leather, cotton thread, sterling silver

Dimensions: length 80cm