Chain anchoring: weaving and photo
Anchor weaving is a find of ancient jewelers. With its help, the first chains of precious metals were created. Rounded links connected with each other at an angle of 90 °. Over time, the craftsmen's products became more complex and quaint: the geometric forms of the links changed, their unconventional combinations were created, and new types of cross-section appeared. At the heart of many modern jewelery masterpieces lies the oldest weaving of the chain. Anchor clutch links add charm to them. With the help of such ornaments, you can create original and fresh images. Before we disassemble the non-standard subspecies of the weave, let's look at what the traditional version is.
Classic Edition
Classical anchor weaving impliesOval links connected to each other at right angles. Jewelry created in this way is quite strong. But it is worth considering that even one link, manufactured poorly, can lead to an early rupture of the product, and in the worst case - to its loss. The classic anchor weaving of the chain is the simplest of all, therefore the ornaments made in it will not give trouble when leaving. Jewelry has a romantic aura. In appearance, they resemble anchor chains, which are used on heavy vessels that sail the sea. This bright association gave the technology its name. Especially effective looks anchor weaving of the golden chain. The photo of the model is presented below.
Varieties of classical weaving
The traditional version has manyvarieties. One of them is an anchor weave "1 + 1". It differs from the classical more elongated form of links, which are about twice as long as traditional ones. In the weaving "1 + 2" links alternate. The first digit indicates the number of standard elements in the combination, the second - the number of elongated elements. Thus, at first there is one short, then two long links, then again a short one, and so on. Variations can be very different, for example "5 + 1". This variety implies successive connections of five ordinary elements, alternating with short links. What else can be anchoring the chain?
Anchor "braided" weaving
Before the fans of jewelry productsopens an incredibly wide selection of jewelry. It is worth paying attention to the chains and bracelets of the anchor "braided" weaving. Their links fit tightly to each other, leaving only minimal gaps between them. Such chains look more impressive and voluminous than traditional ones. Thin links will make a piece of precious metal jewelry a charming ladies' adornment. The chain, made of massive elements, will undoubtedly look great on the man's neck or arm.
The Italian Bismarck
The most extensive decorations are created immediately fromtwo classical anchor chains. Their links are welded together and form a wide woven ribbon. Two chains, united in one, are often called the "Italian bismarck". This braiding allows you to create luxurious bracelets and chic chains. The width of the products varies. Several chains can be welded together at once.
"Sea anchor"
The "Sea anchor" technique is worthy of special attention. The chain links made in this way have jumpers. Due to this feature, this subspecies is almost identical to weaving the real anchor chain used on large ships. After the jumpers in the elements of jewelry are similar to buttresses, struts, preventing its deformation. Such a striking similarity caused the appearance of the name of the weaving. Thanks to the crosspieces, the decorations made in the "Sea anchor" technique are considered to be among the most durable. They are made of different precious metals. However, the silver chain has the greatest charm. Anchor weaving with lintels, made of this metal, really evokes thoughts about distant voyages.
"Bastille"
The next subspecies worthy of detailedconsideration, has a non-trivial name "bastille". For this technique, double oval links are characteristic. They are connected in pairs perpendicular to each other. Products look bulky, differ strictness and reliability. These are real men's chains of anchor weaving. Usually they are performed in gold and positioned as independent jewelry.
Rollo
Subspecies of anchor weaving may differfrom another form of links. Classic oval forms compete with non-traditional round. Such links are characteristic for weaving "rollo". It is also called “Balzer” or “Shopard”. The last name is used most often. And for this there is reason. Once the models with round links were in the collections of products of the Swiss fashion house Chopard. It was he who made this anchor chain weaving really popular. The photo of the product made in the Rollo technique is presented below.
"Garibaldi"
There is also a “double roll”. It is isolated as a separate subspecies of anchor weaving and is called “Garibaldi”. The history of the name goes back to memorable historical events that occurred in Italy in the 19th century, when the country was under Austrian oppression. Giuseppe Garibaldi fought for the liberation of the motherland. In honor of the national hero of Italy weaving got its name. Chains, made in this way, look solid. They, as well as products of weaving "bastille", belong to purely masculine jewelry.
Giotto
Women and girls are very much to face jewelryproducts made in the technique of "Giotto". This is a rather unusual weaving chain. Anchor coupling of large thin links, having the form of rings, gives the product some originality and eccentricity. Giotto is a modification of the shoopard subspecies. It is surprisingly weightless and airy in appearance. With such a decoration on the arm or neck, any woman will look rich and gorgeous. A chain of white gold anchor weaving “jotto” also looks elegant. Silver items also have charm. Chain "Giotto" - one of the most durable. Even if it breaks, which is unlikely, the repair of the jewelry will be cheap enough and will not take much time. Thanks to its simple structure, it is easy to maintain.
The name "Giotto" did not stick in Russia. Due to the similarity of chain links with rings for curtains, the names “curtain” and “curtain” are used instead. In addition to the classic technique, there are "double jotto" and "triple jotto".
"Venetian weaving"
Luxurious will look both on men andon women, products made in the technique of "Venetian weaving." Unlike the classics, its basis is not round, but rectangular or square elements, which make this chain weaving original. Anchor connection of wide links is strong enough. Manual manufacture of such a product is hard and painstaking work. He is able to perform only an experienced master. Depending on the number of links in the block, there is a double and triple "Venetian". It can be straight or curved.
"Cord weave"
Decorations look no less original,made in the technique of "cord weaving". It can be used to make twisted bracelets and chains with a stepped or wavy pattern. Each link in the jewelry is connected immediately with several subsequent ones. Due to the complex structure of weaving the chain, they become voluminous and look truly luxurious.
"Moscow bit"
Weaving is of particular interest."Moscow bit". It combines the classic anchor and unusual for this type of elements: additional curved links, connected with oval. Due to the unconventional form, massive appearance and its name, such decorations are positioned as a symbol of wealth and luxury of the inhabitants of megalopolises. Gold chain will help to emphasize the status and wealth of its owner. Anchor weaving "Moscow bit" - one of the few techniques that are used to make purely men's jewelry.
Anchor Rhombus
Not particularly common butattractive in appearance are chains made with an anchor rhombus technique. How the weaving originated is not exactly known. Presumably, it appeared as a result of the fusion of the classic anchor technique with the armor-clad one, called the “rombo”. Weaving is a perpendicular connection of diamond-shaped links. Jewelry, as a rule, looks elegant regardless of the metal from which they are made.
Fancy anchor weave
Catchy memorable image will help to createfantasy anchor chains. Author's products are calculated in dozens and do not lend themselves to standard classification. They are original works of jewelry art, in which one can hardly recognize their ancestor: the traditional anchor chain.
Fantasy master jewelers know no boundaries. They make chains of elements of different shapes and sizes. So, in one ornament can meet links of chainmail weaving "Möbius" and round "shopard". It may contain elements created from different types of gold. Indeed, the fantasy chain is able to create a truly bright unique image.
Anchor weaving (silver and gold) - the current trend
Since ancient times, anchor chains of gold andsilver were the most sought-after decorations. The strict simplicity of weaving products from precious metals favorably emphasizes the status, wealth and good taste of its owners. Jewelry can be thin and elegant, massive and powerful.
