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l'île d'eau

Fragments of Nature: Jewelry & Objects

Living objects — © Natsuko Mizushima

Drawing inspiration from nature, Natsuko Mizushima, a Japanese designer based in Berlin, creates jewelry and objects from natural materials, incorporating silver. Her work highlights the beauty of the natural world by observing, collecting, and processing materials to reveal their unique properties.

Living Objects

The spoon and mirror are crafted to resemble living organisms. The spoon's tip is made from beech wood with natural fungal growth. The mirror represents a swamp, with the hand mirror depicting creatures growing from oak wood, as if it had been submerged in a swamp for years.

l'ÃŽle - Rings and Bracelets

Each design in this collection is a unique reflection of nature’s elegance, crafted to mimic the delicate form of water droplets or the soft curve of fallen leaves. These pieces embody the fleeting beauty found in the natural world, offering a sense of connection to the earth's subtle rhythms. They can be layered together, creating a symphony of organic shapes that dance across the skin, each piece telling its own story of grace and fluidity.

Fragments of Nature

This jewelry collection is carefully made from natural materials found in the wild, each piece highlighting the unique qualities of the materials. The earrings often look as if small plant is sprouting from the ear, bringing a bit of nature to the wearer. The rings resemble withered branches, but with delicate flowers appearing to grow from them, as if they’re still alive and flourishing. These pieces aren’t just jewelry—they’re a tribute to the enduring beauty of nature, captured in sterling silver and branches.

About Natsuko Mizushima

l'île d'eau is the work of Natsuko Mizushima, a Japanese designer based in Berlin. Inspired by daily observations of nature, she collects and preserves plants, transforming them into unique accessories and objects. This creative process deepens her appreciation for nature's beauty while conveying important messages about environmental issues, reminding us of our connection to the earth and the need for coexistence and protection.

Living Mirror — © Natsuko Mizushima

Founded Pieces — © Natsuko Mizushima

Flower & Me — © Natsuko Mizushima

Fragments of Nature — © Natsuko Mizushima

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