The Ring of Arrival

The Ring of Arrival is the eleventh ring of the third cycle of the series This Too Shall Break. This ring marks a moment of presence rather than pursuit, honoring the recognition that something meaningful has already been achieved. It is not a symbol of aspiration, but of arrival, acknowledging continuing success and the ability to inhabit the moment rather than rush past it. The ring serves as a reminder to enjoy what has been earned, to remain present with one’s work and its outcomes, and to recognize that arrival itself is worthy of pause and appreciation.

The ring is made of Black Portoro marble, a stone known for its intricate veining in white and gold. Its design is intentionally simple, allowing the complexity of the stone’s marbling to remain the focal point. The ring is carved slightly larger and more durable than others in the series, emphasizing stability while maintaining a restrained and cohesive form. Black Portoro marble is recognized for both its beauty and the difficulty of working with it, resulting in a piece whose presence reflects the patience and effort required to bring it into being.

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.