Kumihimo Silk Braided Earrings [L]

Kumihimo Silk Braided Earrings [L]These Kumihimo silk braided earrings feature a dark green braided silk cord accented with turquoise beads in matching tones, creating an elegant and refined look. Finished with sterling silver (925) hooks, they are lightweight yet make an eye catching statement. The tassels move playfully with each step, adding a graceful touch of charm perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions. A beautifully modern expression of Japanese tradition, each

These Kumihimo silk braided earrings feature a dark green braided silk cord accented with turquoise beads in matching tones, creating an elegant and refined look. Finished with sterling silver (925) hooks, they are lightweight yet make an eye-catching statement. The tassels move playfully with each step, adding a graceful touch of charm perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.

A beautifully modern expression of Japanese tradition, each pair is individually handcrafted by Kumihimo artist Noriko Yuki in her Tokyo studio.

Measurements: approx. 5cm L / 1.97" (Length not including the hook)
Materials: Cord: Silk / Hooks: Silver 925 / turquois
Handcrafted in Japan

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Tokyo born and raised Noriko YUKI, after graduating from Tokyo Zokei University with a degree in Fine Arts in Painting, she got deeply attracted by the beauty and techniques of the Peruvian Braiding in the Andes and started studying under master Kumihimo artist Etsuko Matsushita in 2003. Also discovering the art of Japanese traditional Kumihimo, Noriko started studying and working with Kumihimo.

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ABOUT KUMIHIMO
Kumihimo are braided silk cords and it is a traditional art and craft that have been made for over fourteen hundred years in Japan. Kumihimo cords were used for aristocratic costumes, interior furnishings and decorations, musical instruments, and religious equipment for temples and shrines. In the modern days Kumihimo are crafted to make obijime which are cords worn belted around the front of obi and are important decorative element/accessory for kimono.