In the early 70’s, Alex Streeter visited Tangiers, Morocco on a motorcyle trip that followed the footsteps of the beatniks, in particular those of poet William S. Burroughs nearly 20 years before. On a whim, Alex decided to bring along his wax carving kit, and so began a pattern of nomadic creation and exotic inspiration that would define his work for years to come. 

Upon arrival at the Istanbul Hotel, a well-known watering hole that played host to many rockstars of the period, he set up a table in the lobby and began to work. In Tangiers he would go on to carve many of his most popular works; One of which is “the Fly”, an intricate carving of a life-size housefly and a wonderful example of Alex’s early explorations into dark surrealism. 

The Fly remains as one of Alex's most beautiful and delicate carvings; a lasting symbol of transformation, decay, and the eternal cycle of life and death.

The Fly Rings take flight in three sparkling variations: deep red Garnet, violet Amethyst, and our newest arrival, Black Onyx.

• Sterling Silver + Natural Black Onyx
• To order this ring in 10-22K solid gold, please email us at info@AlexStreeter.com