A GOLD 'ROBERT MAPPLETHORPE' BANGLE, DESIGNED BY GAIA REPOSSI, FOR REPOSSI Limited Edition, discontinued. The polished gold bangle, in 18K rose gold, signed Repossi/Robert Mapplethorpe, numbered, Italian registry mark, inner diameter 5.4cm, size stamped 16 For more than four decades, Repossi has upheld a tradition of fine craftsmanship. Collaborating with longstanding Italian workshops, the house ensures a legacy of technical expertise and unwavering quality across generations, with a commitment to excellence. Across three generations of Italian designers, Repossi has epitomized timeless and innovative jewellery. Drawing inspiration from art and architecture, each piece reflects a fusion of artistic vision and meticulous craftsmanship. In 2007, Gaia Repossi assumed the role of creative and artistic director of her family business, renowned Italian jewellery house Repossi. Gaia has modernised the jewellery house’s aesthetic, favouring sculptural designs. Gaia has long admired the artistic prowess of renowned New York artis and photographer Robert Mapplethorpe, particularly evident in his jewellery pieces crafted from ready-mades and found objects. Gaia embarks on a journey to reinvent Mapplethorpe's works, infusing them with a fresh perspective. Remaining true to Mapplethorpe's original vision, Gaia opts for patinated gold over polished, resulting in her boldest collection to date. Extensive research, drawing from Mapplethorpe's entire works, served as the foundation for Gaia's creative process. Immersing herself in the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation in New York and the Getty Research Institute's Mapplethorpe Archive in Los Angeles, Gaia found copious amounts of inspiration. Repossi & Robert Mapplethorpe collaboration is driven by Gaia's unwavering artistic vision, complemented by the expertise of Repossi's workshops. Each piece boasts meticulous detail and technical intricacy, handcrafted in France or Italy, adhering to the esteemed traditions of jewellery-making and the excellence synonymous with Place Vendome.