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“There is a deconstruction to her designs, a fibrous rawness
and a more organic, asymmetrical style. It’s not what you would
expect from a German designer. Much of that comes from her decision
to settle in Aotearoa. “It’s so easy to be inspired here in New
Zealand. I often travel around, go back to my studio and create
pieces from what I have seen”.
Unlimited, March 2008.
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"...these works combine the symbolic and narrative ideas
associated with the landscape, becoming works of an iconic nature,
exquisite pieces of jewellery that encapsulate ideas and emotions"
National Business Review 2003.
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Christine’s pieces are not for the faint hearted or the limited
of budget. And one would need to feel powerful, comfortable in
oneself, to even try them on. “They are bought by people of all
ages: but always by people who know themselves, who are very
confident about who they are. Each piece is waiting for the right
person."
Grace magazine 1999.
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"One of the highlights of the Artex show was the 'City of
Sails' necklace by Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler who was inspired
by an aquamarine cut by internationally renowned lapidary Bernd
Munsteiner. It demonstrates the artistry and technical excellence
she has developed with 25 years in the industry."
Jewellery Time 1996.
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"Christine caresses the brooch at her chest - paua shell
set with black Cook Island pearls in 18ct gold - while she contemplates
the connections between a greenstone carving, a piece of driftwood
and a cluster of star-like diamonds."
Next 1996.
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"Through this unusual combination of talents the jeweller
interprets her impressions of the wild West Coast seascape producing
distinctly New Zealand works overlaid with a European aesthetic.
They are vibrant, full of colour and rythmic in line."
New Zealand Herald 1995.
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"This exhibition is breathtaking. Christine is a professional,
an artist whose lengthy training and 22 years as a practitioner
have given her the skills and freedom to execute with flawless
perfection the most sophisticated ideas."
New Zealand Herald 1994.
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"The jewellery of Christine Hafermalz-Wheeler takes a position
we rarely see in New Zealand - the contemporary heirloom, contemporary
precious jewellery. Her collection is an exuberant proliferation
of bejewelled body adornment that takes unusual forms with a
delightful lack of symmetry."
New Zealand Herald 1993.
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"Christine's designs are neither timid nor ostentatious;
some are made with costly materials, but none could be construed
as pretentious or flashy status symbols."
Midhurst & Petworth Observer 1988. |
