{"product_id":"roman-statue-sterling-silver-pendant-necklace","title":"Roman Statue Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003esterling silver statement pendant necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e features a sculptural miniature torso inspired by classical Roman statuary. Hand carved in wax by Simone and cast in silver almost 30 years ago, the design transforms an iconic museum encounter into a striking wearable object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRoman statue silver pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e dates from the earliest years of Simone's jewellery practice while she was still studying visual arts. During a visit to Rome, Simone became fascinated by a classical marble sculpture seen in a museum and decided to challenge herself by carving her own miniature interpretation in wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting pendant is not intended as a literal reproduction. Instead, it captures the memory and physical presence of the original sculpture through a more personal and interpretive lens. The unusual pendant has a sense of memory, translation and handmade interpretation rather than strict replication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery few of these designs were ever cast or offered for sale. The only other remaining version is in Simone's personal jewellery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant was hand carved in wax before being cast in sterling silver, creating a deeply sculptural form with soft dimensional surfaces and noticeable physical presence. Unlike flatter pierced or etched jewellery designs, this piece changes character as the light moves across the contours of the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts satin brushed finish was deliberately chosen to soften reflections and emphasise the sculptural modelling of the body. The result feels more like a miniature artwork or object study than a conventional pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough substantial in silver weight, the necklace remains very wearable. It has a satisfying sense of solidity while still sitting comfortably on the body, suspended from a delicate but sturdy sterling silver chain adjustable from 45cm to 55cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unusual piece now returns as part of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/from-the-archives\"\u003eFrom The Archives range\u003c\/a\u003e, reconnecting with one of the earliest and most ambitious periods of Simone's jewellery making practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003estatement silver necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e works especially well with simple styling where the sculptural form can stand out clearly - particularly black, linen, tailoring and minimalist outfits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece also reflects Simone's longstanding interest in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/jewellery-and-object-art\"\u003eJewellery \u0026amp; Object Art\u003c\/a\u003e, where wearable jewellery overlaps with small-scale sculpture and personal artistic response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll love:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSculptural sterling silver pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e inspired by classical Roman statuary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal hand-carved wax design\u003c\/strong\u003e created almost 30 years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive dimensional form\u003c\/strong\u003e with soft sculptural contours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatin brushed silver finish\u003c\/strong\u003e enhancing the artwork-like surface quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial silver weight\u003c\/strong\u003e giving the pendant satisfying presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare archive design\u003c\/strong\u003e from the earliest chapter of Simone's jewellery career.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable sterling silver chain\u003c\/strong\u003e for versatile wear and layering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/necklaces-pendants\"\u003ePendant Necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sterling-silver-necklaces\"\u003eSilver Necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/statement-necklaces\"\u003eStatement Necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/silver-jewellery\"\u003eSilver Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Simone's \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/jewellery-and-object-art\"\u003eJewellery \u0026amp; Object Art\u003c\/a\u003e and learn more about Simone as an \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about\"\u003eAustralian jewellery designer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"facts\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e Sterling silver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePendant size:\u003c\/span\u003e The statue pendant is approximately 2.8cm tall (1.1\") and 1.8cm wide (0.7\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNecklace length:\u003c\/span\u003e Adjustable from 45cm (18\") to 55cm (21.5\"). Add a further 15cm (6\") with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chain-extender-silver\"\u003esilver chain extender\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simone Walsh Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43920742383703,"sku":"ARC0002","price":286.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/6592\/files\/roman-pendant-necklace-det-alt.jpg?v=1780409557","url":"https:\/\/simonewalsh.com\/products\/roman-statue-sterling-silver-pendant-necklace","provider":"Simone Walsh Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}