ISHKAR x Skye Jones
A collaboration with photographer and model Skye Jones, our new ring collection harnesses the beauty and power of horses, while paying homage to the rich history of Central Asian equestrian traditions.
Each ring features an image of a galloping horse etched onto blue agate, handcrafted by master artisans in the old city of Kabul.
The open band is available in two variants - an intricate filigree design, or a plain band, crafted in your choice of sterling silver, or gold-plated sterling silver.
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Skye Jones | Artist Statement
"This work and collection are inspired by my roots in both the Middle Eastern and Sonoran Deserts. Horses have always been a central motif in my work. Their strength, freedom, and sense of exploration resonate deeply in my photography. These themes are carried through the stark energy of the desert landscape and the influence of my mother and sister, who serve as my muses. Through them, I connect the ideas of heritage and the wild spirit of the desert, all reflected in my work and the enduring symbolism of the horse.
Growing up in a blend of cultures, I’ve always viewed horses as a symbol that unites these worlds. The quiet strength of the desert, paired with the grace of these animals, represents both my personal journey and my family’s history.
I return to this motif because it connects the wild spirit of the desert with the women in my life.
My grandmother’s family survived the Armenian Genocide, embodying resilience and movement. My mother, born in Saudi Arabia, later built a home in the American Southwest—two distant yet deeply connected desert landscapes. Similarly, my sister uprooted to Central America and built her own way there - embodying freedom of exploration over fear of change.
This ring is an extension of that lineage. This piece was not only inspired by my sister's jewellery designs, but also modeled after a family heirloom passed down from my grandfather to my mother and then to me, I’ve reimagined it by replacing the original Arabic stamp with the silhouette of a horse from one of my photographs.
I hope you enjoy this collection as much as we did in creating it."
