{"product_id":"zeus-sculptural-pen-holder-in-sterling-silver-18k-gold-enamel-gemstones","title":"Zeus Sculptural Pen Holder in Sterling Silver, 18K Gold, Enamel \u0026 Gemstones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Titans vs. Olympians - Zeus\" is a sculptural luxury pen holder created within the Konforti family atelier as part of the artistic world of the monumental \"Titans vs. Olympians - The Titanomachy\" chess collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is based on Zeus, King of the Olympians and the principal royal figure of the Olympian side of the original chess set. The sculpture preserves the character, precious materials, craftsmanship, and mythological identity of the original chess figure while transforming it into a functional objet d'art through the integration of a specially designed holder for a fine writing instrument.\u003cbr\u003eZeus is portrayed as the supreme ruler of Mount Olympus, standing amid sculpted clouds and holding his iconic thunderbolt. An eagle, one of the ancient symbols most closely associated with Zeus and divine sovereignty, rests upon the orb held in his opposite hand. Rich architectural details, precious-metal surfaces, and gemstone accents complete the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConceived for a desk, library, study, executive interior, or private collection, the piece combines monumental figurative sculpture on a miniature scale with the function of a luxury desk accessory. Rather than treating the pen holder as a separate utilitarian element, the atelier incorporates it directly into the sculptural landscape, allowing a writing instrument to become part of the composition when displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZeus - King of the Olympians\u003cbr\u003eIn Greek mythology, Zeus was the supreme ruler of Mount Olympus and god of the sky, thunder, and lightning.\u003cbr\u003eBorn to Cronus and Rhea, Zeus escaped the fate of his siblings, whom Cronus had swallowed in an attempt to prevent a prophecy that one of his children would overthrow him. Hidden and raised in secret, Zeus eventually returned, freed his brothers and sisters, and united the Olympian gods against the Titans.\u003cbr\u003eThe resulting ten-year war, known as the Titanomachy, ended with the victory of Zeus and the Olympians and established a new divine order with Mount Olympus at its center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis legendary conflict between the ancient Titans and the new generation of Olympian gods forms the inspiration behind the original \"Titans vs. Olympians - The Titanomachy\" chess collection and this sculptural desk object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe \"Titans vs. Olympians - The Titanomachy\" chess set shown is the original work from which this sculptural pen holder is derived and is presented for reference and artistic context only. The chess set is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials and Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003eThe Zeus pen holder is executed using the same precious materials and traditional techniques associated with the original chess composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials include:\u003cbr\u003eSterling Silver\u003cbr\u003e18K Yellow Gold\u003cbr\u003e24K Yellow Gold Gilt\u003cbr\u003eHot Enamel\u003cbr\u003eNatural Sapphires\u003cbr\u003eNatural Emeralds\u003cbr\u003eNatural Tourmalines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional techniques include precious-metal sculpture, artistic casting, chasing, hand engraving, hot enamel, gemstone setting, and hand finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach example is individually produced and finished by hand within the Konforti family atelier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eOverall Height: Approximately 16 cm (6.3 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: The pen shown in the photographs is for display purposes only and is not included with the pen holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade to Order\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is made to order exclusively for its collector. Each example is individually handcrafted within the Konforti family atelier, with an estimated lead time of approximately 3.5 months from confirmation of the order.\u003cbr\u003eDue to the handmade nature of the work, subtle variations may occur between individual examples, making each completed piece unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAtelier and Provenance\u003cbr\u003eEach work is created within the Konforti family atelier, a multi-generational workshop led by Inga and Barak Konforti, continuing the artistic legacy established by master artists Ella and Yuri Bogoslavsky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe atelier brings together traditional sculpture, jewelry arts, chasing and engraving, enamel work, precious-metal craftsmanship, and gemstone setting to create collectible objects intended to exist between fine art and the decorative arts.\u003cbr\u003eEach piece is accompanied by documentation and a certificate of authenticity and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping and Delivery\u003cbr\u003eComplimentary worldwide shipping and full insurance are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaxes and Duties\u003cbr\u003eImport duties, VAT, customs clearance charges, and local taxes are not included in the listed price and remain the responsibility of the buyer upon importation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Konforti Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43205340528711,"sku":"KA-TVO-ZE-PH-001","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/1657\/1975\/files\/zeus-sculptural-pen-holder-sterling-silver-18k-gold-gemstones_jpg.jpg?v=1789416569","url":"https:\/\/konfortijewelry.com\/products\/zeus-sculptural-pen-holder-in-sterling-silver-18k-gold-enamel-gemstones","provider":"Konforti Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}