Ettore Sottsass was an Italian architect and designer who was also known for his work in jewelry design. He created a number of jewelry pieces throughout his career, often using unconventional materials and incorporating bright colors and bold shapes. His jewelry designs were part of his larger body of work, which included architecture, furniture design, ceramics, and more. Sottsass was a leading figure in the Memphis design movement, which emerged in the 1980s and emphasized bright colors, bold patterns, and a rejection of minimalist design principles.