How was it made? Peony Brooch | Cindy Chao | V&A

Discover how jewellery designer Cindy Chao made her spectacular three-dimensional brooch in the shape of a peony flower. Set with an incredible 3,150 rubies, the dazzling brooch required meticulous engineering to ensure each gem would fit within the delicate construction. In this film, Chao reveals her ten-year-long creative process, the origin of the idea and how it transformed from sketch to glistening, velvety brooch. Find out more about the brooch in Explore the Collections: https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O1522051/brooch-chao-cindy/