The vintage clocks that inspire the Jewellery Lark have cases made from hallmarked silver and their intricate mechanisms are crafted from steel and brass - materials rich in character and history.  The hallmarks tell the story of the original maker.  The tradition of the guilloche patterning on the silver cases originated in the eighteenth century.  Guilloche uses a process of machine engraving made with a rose engine or straight-line engine lathe to create repetitive patterns of intersecting and overlapping spirals and lines.  The clock mechanisms provide a variety of objects and shapes to inspire new forms.

The intricacies of the materials and elements in the clock designs inspire an infinite variation of pieces – earrings, pendants and brooches.  The possibilities of the materials are developed through processes of cutting, shaping, combining and collaging.  By altering the orientation of repetitive cuts of guilloche patterns, a sense of mystery and illusion is embodied in the silver pieces. The internal workings of clocks are re-assembled to create mini works of art in brass and steel.  Each piece is meticulously crafted to create a unique story.  The tJL hallmark is a mark of the quality and sophistication of the design.