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Original Eiffel Tower spiral staircase with paint removed.
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| Removing welds that have lasted for more than 100 years.
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Carefully removing segments that will become beautiful jewelry & precious keepsakes.
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Eiffel Tower staircase tread: Gustave Eiffel & early visitors ascended the tower via this step.
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21st century technology meets 19th century iron.
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| A jeweler's saw ensures precise cuts.
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Hand sanding of Eiffel Tower "diamonds."
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Eiffel Tower "diamonds" before final fitting and finishing.
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Early sketch of "Paris Dreams."
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More detailed rendering as the design evolves.
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"Lost wax" metal casting; a process that has endured since ancient times.
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A casting "work in progress."
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Handcrafting the model for the signature Korbella heart dangle.
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