Ontwerp voor een sieraad met letter E 1874 - 1932

Mathieu Lauweriks designed this jewelry piece with ink on paper. At its heart lies a stylized ‘E’ enclosed within a circle, immediately calling to mind the ancient symbol of the Ouroboros—the snake eating its own tail. Consider the evolution of this symbol; it appears in alchemical texts as a representation of eternal return and the cyclical nature of life and death, resonating with the subconscious human desire for continuity. The letter ‘E’ in this emblem, contained within the Ouroboros, suggests a personal signature, a mark of identity embraced by infinity. The image merges personal with universal, echoing themes of self-renewal and the continuous reshaping of identity. Note how the symbol's stark simplicity conveys profound emotional and psychological depth, tapping into our collective memory. This emblem is not merely decorative. It's a powerful reminder of the self's ongoing journey through time.