Boxed Insects: a new jewellery collection

I have always been fascinated by those glamorous 18th century collectors and entomologists such as Sir Hans Sloane and Sir Joseph Banks who collected, amongst many other curios, insects from the hidden corners of the world. All the insects from the Sloane Collection, over 1,000, are housed in individual glass topped boxes in the Natural History Museum.

Large Spider pendant £48 & Beetle necklace £34

There is something about an insect in a box that is so fascinating. You can imagine my delight then, when a delivery from Mexican jeweller, Tatiana Sanchez, arrived at The Shop Floor Project's studio.

Spider necklace £34

Specimens (part of Tatiana's Cabinet of Wonders Collection) are a set of insect necklaces, each one housed in a beautiful box printed with silhouettes of natural history from sea horses to skulls.

The spiders and beetle pendants are hand made by Tatiana in her studio in Mexico where she utilises ancient, time-consuming techniques such as hammering and oxidising brass and silver. To add a finishing touch of opulence pearls are added to the chains and clasps along with a small stamped makers brass tag.

Beetle necklace £34

So, although I love the idea of keeping curios stored in my own museum, only showing my collection to appreciative guests, these necklaces are asking to adorn any outfit - and mark my words you will gain attention for wearing a large spider around your neck!

Large Spider Pendant £48

We are excited to be the exclusive UK stockist of Tatiana's work.
Available from the Jewellery Department