Whisper of Light

A Maki-e Kintsugi–style necklace crafted with kuro-urushi (black lacquer) and silver powder on a natural shell medallion.

Though this piece was never broken, it embodies the spirit of Kintsugi — the art of transformation, resilience, and quiet beauty that shines through imperfection. Each line of silver reflects light differently, much like the way our own journeys catch and scatter grace.

Maki-e (蒔絵) is a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique in which designs are painted with urushi (lacquer) and then sprinkled with metal powder — often gold, silver, or brass — to create shimmering patterns. The result is a delicate fusion of craftsmanship and light, a celebration of impermanence and renewal.

A one-of-a-kind wearable artwork — a reminder that wholeness can be found not in perfection, but in presence.

Pendant diameter: 3cm chain length: 60cm Materials: Natural shell, Kuro-Urushi lacquer, silver powder, silver chain Handcrafted in Los Angeles, 2025

Note: Each necklace is one-of-a-kind. The silver pattern on your pendant will vary slightly from the one pictured, making every piece unique.