The piece explores the symbolic melting point of the human body, the moment of transition in which the stable form becomes open for transformation. The emphasis is on the phrase of livor mortis – the settling of blood after the heart stops functioning, which creates a visible change in skin color. Inspired by Victorian mourning jewelry, the phrase “Memento Mori” is engraved on the back. The work creates a connection between heritage and the contemporary, emphasizing the piece of jewelry as a testament to change and as both social and personal expression.
Adi Harush Ben Tzur
