Alessi - ''Lorica'' by Elena Salmistraro - Steel, coated with hypoallergenic PVD, gold and black - Necklace with pendant

An exclusive, numbered wearable sculpture from Elena Salmistraro's award-winning collection

Step into the world of elite avant-garde design with this breathtaking "Lorica" necklace, a true masterpiece created by the visionary Italian designer Elena Salmistraro for the legendary design house Alessi. This spectacular piece represents the absolute pinnacle of the Venusia collection, which was awarded the prestigious Best Design Award in Italy.

The Design:
True to its name, ''Lorica'', the Latin word for the protective breastplate armor worn by Roman soldiers—this necklace is structured like a magnificent piece of geometric body armor. Elena Salmistraro, recognized as Milan's Designer of the Year, expertly balances an ancestral tribal aesthetic with ultra-sleek industrial geometry.

The pendant features a stunning, articulated composition of interlocking architectural two-tone metal tiles. Highly polished gold elements create a majestic contrast with deep, matte black components. At the base, a suspended, iconic concave gold disc showcases the collection's signature granulated element, a sophisticated nod to ancient Etruscan goldsmithing. Draped elegantly beneath are fluid, cascading gold chains that introduce motion and grace to this powerful, structured silhouette.

Strictly Limited & Numbered:
This is not standard boutique jewelry; it is a highly sought-after collector's item. Alessi produced a strict limited edition of only 350 numbered copies worldwide (plus 3 artist's proofs).

We are proud to offer number 2/350 in this auction, a beautifully , highly desirable edition number that severely increases its long-term collector value.

Specifications:
- Condition: Brand new in its original Alessi luxury presentation packaging
- Chain: Adjustable
- Clasp: Secure snap-hook clasp

About Elena Salmistraro:
An artist and designer, she opened her studio in Milan in 2009 with Angelo Stoli, embarking on numerous collaborations with companies in the creative industry. Attention to detail, harmony of form and poetic style characterise her projects, which seek to delve into the expressive language of objects. Her designs have been exhibited in various international exhibitions. In 2017 she received the "Salone del Mobile Milano Award" as "Best new designer" and was appointed Ambassador of Italian design in the world. In 2018 she was appointed Ambassador of the Brera Design District.