The Ring of Justice

The Ring of Justice, also known as the Guggenring, is the third ring of the first cycle of the series This Too Shall Break. This ring is devoted to reciprocity, integrity, and the quiet power of kindness returned in kind. It reflects the idea that beauty can emerge from mutual recognition and shared respect, and that justice is often expressed through intention rather than confrontation. The ring honors a commitment to truth, care, and ethical engagement with the world, acknowledging justice as a lived practice shaped by empathy, courage, and purpose.

The ring is carved from a found piece of pink marble discovered along the shores of the Mediterranean, its precise origins unknown. Made early in the series, the form emerged through improvisation, exploring delicate curves and flowing geometry. As carving progressed, the stone’s color and shape evoked architectural references, particularly the spiraling form of the Guggenheim Museum. Through polishing, the marble took on an almost unreal presence, balancing softness and strength, and revealing a sculptural quality that feels both natural and defiant of expectation.

Carved into the ring is the Tiwaz rune, physically inscribed into the stone. This rune is associated with justice, altruism, and commitment to a worthy path even in the face of difficulty. Its presence reinforces the ring’s role as a marker of ethical resolve and principled movement forward, inviting the wearer to continue engaging the world with sincerity, courage, and care.

This Too Shall Break is a series of thirteen cycles of thirteen stone rings. The project brings our idea of stone sculpture as large immutable things only to be shared in museums and public spaces down to earth. Each ring is small, delicate, and personal. It is a piece of wearable art which requires mindfulness for the wearer, changing the relationship between collector and art. These rings are not meant to be owned, but to be experienced, to grow with, and to take care of.