Silver A' Design Award Winner 2025
A luminous pearl of soft mauve-pink hue commands the compositional center of Mehragin Rahmati's Queen of Lake Multifunctional Ring, its nacreous surface catching light with the gentle iridescence of dawn reflected upon still waters, while surrounding this organic spherical form, an intricate architectural framework of yellow gold rises in sculptural petals encrusted with brilliant-cut diamonds that cascade in pavé settings across curved surfaces suggesting the unfurling of aquatic blossoms, and between these golden segments, faceted tanzanite gemstones in graduated cuts from pear to marquise create a chromatic conversation of violet-blue that deepens toward ultramarine in shadowed recesses while lifting toward periwinkle where light grazes their polished tables, the entire composition achieving dynamic symmetry through its quatrefoil arrangement that radiates from the central pearl like ripples emanating across a lake's surface, with each petal-form both distinct and unified through the continuous language of precious metalwork and stone setting that speaks to centuries of jewelry-making tradition while asserting contemporary sculptural ambition, the ring presented against the warm flesh tones of an elegant hand raised gracefully beside a face of classical beauty whose cool blue-gray eyes and honey-toned hair provide a sophisticated chromatic complement to the jewel's warm gold and cool violet palette, soft diffused illumination falling from the upper left establishes gentle modeling across both skin and gemstone surfaces while avoiding harsh shadows that might compete with the ring's own internal luminosity, the shallow depth of field characteristic of portrait photography isolates the jewel and wearer against a cream-toned background of minimal saturation, and the overall atmospheric quality suggests refined elegance, confident femininity, and the timeless allure of exceptional craftsmanship married to precious materials.
This multifunctional handcrafted ring is designed with the idea of being versatile. It can easily transform into a pendant or a brooch. Each side of the ring is delicately designed. Even the back side is handmade and adorned with a tanzanite stone. Despite its large size, the ring is comfortable to wear. The concept behind designing Queen of Lake is Monet's Water Lilies and the unique application of colors by Monet, who suffered from visual impairment, but that didn't stop him from his iconic creative path. This ring is a reflection of a designer's innovative artistic vision.