SHELL AMULET .012 NECKLACEApotropaic magic is protection magic and often takes the form of Amulets: objects or forms that radiate protective power. Shells have been worn as talismans by many ancient civilisations and are believed to bring protection to their wearer. Hand picked from the sea, turned into timeless porcelain, strung on handwoven black Japanese silk. Details: White Porcelain, Silk 39" (100cm) Black Japanese Kumi himo silk cord, knot closure 23 mm drop, 21 mm width

This delicate piece feels like a little sculpture but an intimate kind that adorns the body

natural presence within the arrangement

Exploring tension between opposing forces

- 89mm bottom diameter

- 39" (100cm) Black Japanese Kumi-himo silk cord

Strung on hand braided black Japanese silk cord

washi paper with silver leaf detailing

one that can be worn or displayed on a cabinet of curiosities

hand-made from fish bone mother of pearls

- Mother-of-pearl

Apotropaic magic is ‘protection magic’ and often takes the form of Amulets: objects or forms that radiate protective power

silk and tassels pulsating with timeless aesthetics