Gold Hummie

This brooch was inspired by hummingbirds. There are over 300 species of hummingbirds, many of which are threatened, and so this is a generic and abstract form of the bird family. The main material is 18kt yellow gold, press formed, hammered, soldered, constructed, riveted, engraved and enamelled. The eyes are set with onyx. Stainless-steel springs are used inside for movement of the head, and hinges for movement of the wings. The pins are made of stainless steel. It is a one-off piece.