Chain anchoring: weaving and photo

Anchor weaving is a find of ancient jewelers. With its help, the first chains of precious metals were created. Rounded links connected with each other at an angle of 90 °. Over time, the products of the masters became more complex and quaint: the geometric forms of the links changed, their non-traditional combinations were created, and new types of cross-section appeared. At the heart of many modern jewelery masterpieces lies the oldest weaving of the chain. Anchor clutch links add charm to them. With the help of these ornaments, you can create original and fresh images. Before we disassemble the non-standard subspecies of the weave, let's figure out what his traditional version is.

Classic Edition

Classical anchor weaving means connected with each other at a right angle oval links. The jewelry created in this way is quite strong. But it is worth considering that even one link, manufactured poorly, can lead to an early rupture of the product, and in the worst case - to its loss. The classic anchor weaving of the chain is the simplest of all, therefore the ornaments made in it will not give trouble when leaving. Jewelry has a romantic aura. In appearance, they resemble anchor chains, which are used on heavy ships that sail the sea. This bright association gave the technology its name. Especially impressive looks anchor weaving of the golden chain. The photo of the model is presented below.

Varieties of classical weaving

The traditional version has many varieties. One of them is an anchor weaving "1 + 1". It differs from the classical more elongated form of links, which are about twice as long as traditional ones. In the weaving "1 + 2" links alternate. The first digit indicates the number of standard elements in the combination, the second - the number of elongated elements. Thus, first one short, then two long links, then again a short one, and so on. Variations can be very different, for example "5 + 1". This variety implies successive connections of five ordinary elements, alternating with short links. What else can be anchor weaving the chain?

Anchor "braided" weaving

Before the admirers of jewelry products, an incredibly wide selection of jewelry opens. It is worth paying attention to chains and bracelets anchor "knocked" weaving. Their links fit tightly to each other, leaving only minimal gaps between them. Such chains look more impressive and larger than traditional ones. Thin links will make a precious metal jewelry with a charming ladies' adornment. A chain made from massive elements will undoubtedly look great on the man's neck or arm.

The Italian Bismarck

The most extensive decorations are created immediately from two classical anchor chains. Their links are welded together and form a wide woven band. Two chains, united in one, are often called the "Italian bismarck". This braiding allows you to create luxurious bracelets and chic chains. The width of the products varies. Several chains can be welded together at once.

"Sea anchor"

The "Sea anchor" technique is worthy of special attention. The chain links made in this way have jumpers. Due to this feature, this subspecies is almost identical to weaving the real anchor chain used on large ships. After the jumpers in the elements of jewelry are similar to buttresses, struts, preventing its deformation. Such a striking similarity was the reason for the origin of the name of the weaving. Thanks to the jumper, the ornaments made in the "Sea anchor" technique are considered to be among the most durable. They are made of different precious metals. However, the silver chain has the greatest charm . Anchor weaving with lintels, made of this metal, really evokes thoughts about distant voyages.

"Bastille"

The next subspecies, worthy of detailed consideration, has a non-trivial name "bastille". For this technique, double oval links are characteristic. They are connected in pairs perpendicular to each other. Products look bulky, differ strictness and reliability. These are real men's chains of anchor weaving. Usually they are performed in gold and positioned as independent jewelry.

Rollo

Subspecies of an anchoring weave can differ from each other in the form of links. Classical oval forms are competing non-traditional round. Such links are characteristic for weaving "rollo". It is also called "beltzer" or "shoopard". The last name is used especially often. And for this there are grounds. Once upon a time models with round links were in the collections of products of the Swiss fashion house Chopard. It was he who made this anchor weaving of the chain really popular. A photo of the product made in the "Rollo" technique is presented below. There are direct and twisted "rollo". The links in the chains can be narrow or wide.

Garibaldi

There is also a "double rollo". It is distinguished as a separate subspecies of anchor weaving and is called "Garibaldi". The history of the name goes back to the memorable historical events that occurred in Italy in the XIX century, when the country was under Austrian oppression. Giuseppe Garibaldi fought for the liberation of his homeland. In honor of the national hero of Italy weaving got its name. Chains made in this way look solid. They, as well as the products of weaving "Bastille", refer to strictly male decorations.

Giotto

Women and girls are very fit for jewelry, made in the technique of "jotto". This is a rather unusual weaving of the chain. Anchoring the cohesion of large, thin links shaped like rings, gives the product some originality and eccentricity. "Giotto" - modification of the subspecies "shopard". It is surprisingly weightless and airy in appearance. With such an ornament on the hand or neck, any representative of the fair sex will look rich and chic. Elegantly looks like a chain of white gold anchor weaving "jotto". The charm also possess silverware. The "jotto" chain is one of the strongest. Even if it breaks, which is unlikely, jewelry repair will cost quite cheap and will not take much time. Thanks to a simple structure, it is easy to take care of.

The name "jotto" did not catch on in Russia. Because of the similarity of the chain links to the curtain rings, the names "curtains" and "curtains" are used instead. In addition to classical techniques, there are "double jotto" and "triple jotto".

"Venetian weaving"

Luxuriously they will look like on men, and on women, products made in the technique of "Venetian weaving". Unlike the classics, its basis is not rounded, but rectangular or square elements that make the original weaving of the chain. The anchoring of the broad links is quite strong. The manual manufacture of such a product is a hard and laborious work. Only an experienced master can do it. Depending on the number of links in the block, the double and triple "Venetian" are distinguished. It can be straight or curved.

"Cord Weaving"

Ornaments made in the technique of "cord weaving" look no less original. With its help, twisted bracelets and chains with a stepped or wavy pattern are produced. Each link in the jewelry is connected with several subsequent ones. Due to the complex structure of the chain weaving, they become voluminous and look really luxurious.

The Moscow beat

Of particular interest is the weaving of the "Moscow bit". It combines the classical anchor and unusual for this kind of elements: additional curved links, connected with the oval. Due to its unconventional form, its massive appearance and its name, such jewelry is positioned as a symbol of prosperity and luxury of the inhabitants of megacities. The gold chain will help underline the status and wealth of its owner. Anchor weaving "Moscow bit" - one of the few techniques that are used to make purely male jewelry.

Anchor rhombus

Not very common, but attractive in appearance are the chains made by the technique "anchor rhombus". As there was a weaving, it is not exactly known. Presumably, it appeared due to the merging of the classical anchor technique with the armor, which is called "rhombo". Weaving is a perpendicular connection of diamond-shaped links. Ornaments, as a rule, look elegant regardless of the metal from which they are made.

Fantasy anchor weaving

A catchy catchy image will help create fantasy anchor chains. Author's products are estimated in dozens and do not lend themselves to standard classification. They are original pieces of jewelry art, in which one can hardly recognize their ancestor: the traditional anchor chain. Masters give vent to fantasy, and as a result there are really non-trivial ornaments. The most famous fantasy anchor weaving are "Aurora" and "Hawaiian". They look a little extravagant. In the undulating "Aurora" the links seem to be twisted into a spiral. In the "Hawaiian" are connected paired elements of unusual shape.

The fantasy of the master jewelers knows no bounds. They make chains of elements of different shapes and sizes. So, in one decoration can be found links of chain mesh "moebius" and round "shoopard". It can contain elements created from different types of gold. Indeed, a fantasy chain can create a truly bright unique image.

Anchor weaving (silver and gold) - the current trend

Since ancient times, anchor chains of gold and silver have been the most sought-after adornments. Strict simplicity of weaving products from precious metals favorably emphasizes the status, prosperity, and also the good taste of its owners. Ornaments can be thin and elegant, massive and powerful. In fact, the anchor chains belong to the style of unisex. Among the unprecedented variety of jewelry creations, both men and women will easily find suitable products. Chains, depending on the thickness, can be used for wearing pendants, pendants, crosses, and also as self-adornments. Due to its versatility at all times, products created with the technology of anchor weaving will have their fans.