Olga Maria Piria unique constructiviste necklace

Olga Maria Piria (1927–2015) was a Uruguayan artist celebrated for her work in painting, jewelry design, and music. A student of Joaquín Torres García, she was largely selftaught in orfebrería (decorative goldwork)and gained recognition from the late 1950s for her innovative jewelry, often created in collaboration with her husband, Carlos Jaureguay. In addition to her visual arts, she taught piano and pursued musical studies.

Over her career, Piria exhibited in more than 150 shows in Uruguay and abroad, with her works held in both public and private collections.