E. Colson
eCOLSON LLC was founded in 2019 by E. Colson, a French industrial, investor and craftsman established in the USA. You will learn here the successful founder story.
MEET OLIVIER COLSON
Olivier Colson is the founder and creative force behind ECOLSON™, a New York-based studio dedicated to creating distinctive collectible artworks in precious metals. His work brings together his appreciation for history, craftsmanship, design, and the enduring value of objects created to be collected and preserved.
ECOLSON began from Olivier Colson’s passion for transforming ideas into objects with lasting meaning. Based in Upstate New York, Olivier developed his artistic practice around the belief that precious metals can be used for far more than traditional jewelry.
His creative journey is influenced by historical objects, ancient civilizations, craftsmanship, travel, architecture, and the details found in objects that have survived generations. These influences continue to shape the way he approaches form, proportion, symbolism, and material.
For Olivier, each creation is an opportunity to combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design and create something that can be appreciated not only for its material value, but also for its artistic character.
WHY CREATE?
Olivier creates to transform ideas, inspirations, and stories into physical objects. Each piece begins with a concept and develops through drawing, design, experimentation, and craftsmanship until the original idea becomes a tangible work of art.
The Artist
WHO I AM
CREATIVE PHILOSOPHY
Why create? Why precious metal? Why collectible objects?
WHY PRECIOUS METAL?
Precious metals provide a unique combination of beauty, permanence, and material character. Their durability allows an artwork to move beyond the present moment and become something that can be preserved, collected, and passed on.
WHAT INSPIRES THE WORK
WHY COLLECTIBLE OBJECTS?
ECOLSON approaches its creations as collectible art rather than simply decorative objects. Each work is designed to have its own identity, story, craftsmanship, and place within the broader artistic universe of the studio.
Olivier’s artistic influences extend across centuries and cultures. Ancient objects, historical jewelry, sculpture, coins, architecture, travel, and traditional craftsmanship provide references that can be reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.
Rather than reproducing historical objects, ECOLSON draws inspiration from their forms, symbolism, craftsmanship, and ability to survive through generations.
THE STUDIO PROCESS
Every ECOLSON creation passes through a carefully considered process that combines artistic development, technology, craftsmanship, and finishing. A concept may begin as a simple sketch before being developed digitally and eventually transformed into a physical artwork.
Drawing
Original design by Edouard Colson, or any custom artwork inspired by you.
CAD Design
So many factors go into making a successful piece that is both pleasing to wear and possible to produce. The principles of jewelry design require expertise. We use premium design software in order to computerize the concept. Sometimes, countless versions are required to obtain the perfect design. The artist initials and serial numbers are engraved in the model to ensure its uniqueness. It means that each model produced has its unique 3D file, its unique print, its unique mold, its unique casting and craftsmanship process.
3D Printing
This is where we bring the digital model into the real world. Seeing and handling a printed prototype gives us the opportunity to see where alterations to the design might be needed. Leading edge technologies allow us to print the model in high resolution. We verify and challenge the design until we obtain the perfect version.
Molding
The molds are made by securing the 3D printed model to one side of a box frame and then pouring a thick liquid compound to fill the frame. The compound solidifies and cures around the model. Then, the model is cut free from the mold, leaving a negative image of the piece. We make vulcanized silicone molds one by one, using a hot press. This modern material is the best option for higher details resolution. The mold is made for only one single use since the artist initials and serial number are molded with the artwork. The mold will destroyed once the final cast is made and deemed perfect.
Casting
A time-honored Art ! Complex and tedious craftsmanship. Using the mold, we cast gold into the mold with outstanding details. Investment – The wax stem and attached model is placed in a special frame called a flask and surrounded by an investment material. Once the investment material sets, it hardens into the mold for the jewelry. Burnout – After the investment material hardens, the flask is placed in a special kiln to burn away the wax, which leaves a cavity in the investment material that becomes the final mold. Melting – The gold melted, and depending on the alloy or type of gold used, temperatures can range from 1,617 to 2,006 degrees Fahrenheit. Gold can be combined with other materials like silver, copper and palladium to create different alloys of varying color and hardness. ECOLSON™ uses ethical gold from Precious Metal Refining, in compliance with the EICC – GeSI Conflict-free Initiative. Casting – The liquid gold can be poured directly into the mold, but various techniques can be used to ensure a higher-quality casting. Centrifugal casting, vacuum-assisted casting or pressure casting can be used to ensure the gold flows into every area of the mold evenly. Divesting – Once the metal cools, it needs to be removed from the investment material. This can be done through physical or chemical means. Each casting is cleaned and polished, and the sprues are cut off for recycling.
Polishing
We remove the sprue and clean the piece. We check for imperfections and correct them. This step is very time consuming and thorough. A high polish will bring the piece to a high shine.
Hallmarks Engraving
Our hallmarks are laser engraved with high-tech equipment, and respect the historical European standards to tell the model’s origin, fineness and date. Refer to our Code of Ethics for more details.
Certificate of Authenticity
Each genuine model is namely registered and delivered with a certificate of authenticity signed by Edouard Colson
Delivery
Each model is delivered with premium secured shipment in an ECOLSON™ branded packaging. ECOLSON™ does not charge any shipping costs. More details in our Shipping & Delivery section.
Creating exceptional collectible artwork requires more than one discipline. ECOLSON works with specialized craftsmanship and production partners where specific expertise, equipment, or technical processes are required.
These collaborations allow Olivier to combine his artistic direction with specialized skills while maintaining careful attention to the quality, materials, finishing, and character of each creation.
CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
ECOLSON is committed to professional standards, responsible practice, and continued development within the jewelry and collectible-art community.
Then display the actual certification/accreditation logos and short explanations.
For example, if the client has documentation for Jewelers of America membership, show it here rather than making unsupported claims.
AN ARTWORK SHOULD HAVE A STORY
From an initial idea to the finished piece, every ECOLSON creation is developed with the intention of becoming more than an object. It is an expression of an idea, shaped by craftsmanship and created to be appreciated, collected, and preserved.