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A Diamond is Forever by Yitong Zhang

Piece / Conceptual

Published: 17.09.2021

Yitong Zhang

Piece
A Diamond is Forever
2021

Yitong Zhang. Piece: A Diamond is Forever, 2021. This piece of work transforms a second-hand diamond ring purchased from a pawnshop into a label, which is often attached to second-hand jewellery, and with the text message, ‘A Diamond (real diamond) is Forever’ on it. It is presented with the jewellery box and packaging, discussing the conflict between the true life cycle of the diamond ring and its symbolism..

This piece of work transforms a second-hand diamond ring purchased from a pawnshop into a label, which is often attached to second-hand jewellery, and with the text message, ‘A Diamond (real diamond) is Forever’ on it. It is presented with the jewellery box and packaging, discussing the conflict between the true life cycle of the diamond ring and its symbolism.

Yitong Zhang

Piece
A Diamond is Forever
2021

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