Cross Alto Relevo in 18K Gold

A cross in 18K gold rendered in alto-relievo — the form raised against its frame.

Alto relevo — high relief — is a sculptural technique where the rendered form projects substantially from its base, almost detaching from the surrounding plane. Applied to a cross pendant, the technique turns the cross into a small sculpture set against a background frame rather than a flat ornament.

This pendant uses alto relievo in 18K yellow gold at 2.4 grams. The cross stands proud of the surrounding ring, catching light from above and casting subtle shadow against the frame. The pendant reads as three-dimensional rather than as a flat shape.

A more sculptural approach to a familiar form. The cross, raised.

Ricca Jewelry. 18K gold. The cross, in high relief.