Composition in Ochre Earrings
- Geometric warmth — abstract composition in ochre, amber, and bronze.
- Giclée-printed on copper for fine-art depth and color.
- 2¼ inch drop — visible movement with an almost weightless 2 grams per earring.
Before Mondrian arrived at his famous grids of primary color, he spent years working toward them — simplifying landscapes, stripping away detail, searching for the geometry hidden inside nature. But there was another branch of abstraction happening simultaneously, one that never abandoned warmth. Artists like Hilma af Klint and Paul Klee understood that geometric composition could hold heat, that ochre and copper and umber carried the same intellectual rigor as black and white, with something more — the memory of earth, of clay, of afternoon light on old stone.
These earrings live in that tradition. Designed by the Illustrated Light and DC Designs collaboration working out of Fort Collins, Colorado, they use layered copper as their canvas, building a geometric composition in tones of ochre, amber, and warm bronze that feels both precise and organic. The giclée printing process — borrowed from fine art reproduction — allows for a density of color and subtlety of gradient that no enamel or dye could achieve. What you see is closer to a tiny painting than a piece of jewelry, with the kind of depth that shifts depending on how the light hits it.
Composition as adornment. Abstraction you can wear.
Each earring is printed on copper and hangs 2¼ inches from the top of the ear wire, giving them a graceful, visible swing without any heaviness — at just 2 grams per earring, they nearly disappear on the ear. The ear wires are hypoallergenic and nickel-free, so sensitive skin is never a concern. They arrive ready to gift or to keep, with the quiet confidence of something made by hand in a small studio by people who care about every detail.
Handcrafted in Fort Collins, Colorado by Illustrated Light & DC Designs.
Specifications
- Material: Metal
- Metal: Copper
- Length: 2 1/4 inches, including the ear wire
- Weight: 2 g
- Made in Fort Collins, Colorado
- Economy shipping is FREE with orders of $95 or more.
- All items are kept in stock and ship from our warehouse in North Carolina.
- We personally inspect every single item we sell, pack it by hand, and deliver the boxes to the post office.
- Orders generally ship the day following placement.
- We ship primarily via US Mail, but may use other carriers depending on package value and destination.
- Returns on items not marked Final Sale are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Read the full policy.
THE HAROLD & HAZEL DIFFERENCE
Every piece here has earned its place.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Sterling silver, genuine gemstones, and solid metals — no plastic or cheap materials.
REAL MAKERS
Every artist on this site has been personally verified for their talent and creativity.
LIMITED RUNS
Most pieces are made in small batches. When they're gone, they're often gone for good.
BOLD BY DESIGN
Every item here was chosen because it has color, character, and something to say.
WARM GEOMETRY
Abstraction doesn't have to be cold. These earrings draw on the tradition of warm geometric painting — ochre, amber, earth — and translate it into wearable form through museum-quality giclée printing on copper.
Inspired by the warmth of early abstract composition
Fine art giclée process on layered copper
Hypoallergenic, nickel-free, and featherlight at 2 grams per earring
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
The best way to know if you'll love our Composition in Ochre Earrings? Hear from someone who already does.
Got questions?
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Find fast answers about shipping, returns, and our unique jewelry.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders ship within one business day of placing your order — sometimes the same day. Economy shipping typically takes about a week via USPS, while standard shipping (Priority Mail) arrives in 2-3 business days. We're based in North Carolina, so East Coast orders tend to arrive a little faster. You'll receive a tracking number as soon as your order ships.
Will the jewelry fade or tarnish?
Our jewelry is made from a variety of materials, including sterling silver. Sterling silver will eventually tarnish, but you can slow that process by storing it in a small airtight bag or container, or in a special anti-tarnish bag. If it’s lost some shine, it can be gently washed with a soft cloth, warm water, and a drop of mild soap, such as blue Dawn. If you still see tarnish, use an anti-tarnish cloth. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaners unless they are specifically labeled safe for sterling silver. The best way to keep your sterling silver shiny is to wear it often! The more you wear it, the less tarnish you’ll see. And never wear sterling silver in the swimming pool or hot tub! Chlorine will cause it to tarnish almost instantly.
Most other metals don’t exactly tarnish, but they can get a little dull if they’re not worn. Washing with a tiny amount of mild soap is the best way to bring them back to life again. You can prevent this by putting on your jewelry last, after you apply hairspray or perfume, and don’t wear them in the shower or bath.
Genuine pearls do require extra gentle care. Don’t ever use commercial jewelry cleaners on them; you will almost certainly damage the nacre and destroy their unique sheen and iridescence. Be very careful about hairspray, cosmetics, and perfume, and absolutely never put them in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner!
Can I return or exchange?
Yes. You have 30 days from receipt to return or exchange anything that isn't marked Final Sale. Items need to be in new condition. Exchanges ship free, with no minimum order required. Returns are refunded minus a $5 shipping fee (once per shipment, not per item). We don’t ever charge restocking fees.
Is your jewelry hypoallergenic?
Most of our pieces are hypoallergenic, but not all. You can filter to only show hypoallergenic pieces when browsing, and you will also see an icon on all pieces certified hypoallergenic and nickel-free by their makers.
Can I track my order?
Yes — as soon as your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number by email so you can follow it the whole way to your door.
What makes your jewelry different?
Honestly? Most of it comes down to Amanda. Every maker on this site has been personally researched and verified — she checks that pieces are genuinely handmade, by the person who claims to have made them, using the materials listed. These are small-batch pieces in sterling silver, gold-filled, and genuine gemstones, mostly made in the USA. They aren’t factory pieces, aren’t from resellers, and are not the same thing you'd find on a hundred other sites. When something sells out here, it often stays sold out.
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