This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Elaborate links are crafted of sterling silver, their twisting shapes elaborated with a hammered finish to wrap the neck. Designed by Cahya Krisna, this elegant wrap necklace from Bali makes a stunning companion. A petite charm dangles from one of the links.
Product Features:
- Weight: 0.56 oz
- Necklace length: 31.5" L x 18 mm W
- Color: Silver
- Style: Wrap
- Metal: 925 Sterling silver
- Metal weight: 16 grams
- Finish: Hammered
- Made in Indonesia
Story Behind the Art:
I am very grateful to have been born and raised in a town full of creative people. Many artisans in my hometown have worked with silver and gold for generations. I was born in 1997 in Bali. My friends say I'm passionate and diligent. My childhood was just splendid. I spent most of my time with neighbors, just strolling with our bicycles, catching wind for our kites, and swimming at the local lake. Such good times! I am very grateful to have been born and raised in a town full of creative people. Many artisans in my hometown have worked with silver and gold for generations. My dad graduated from high school and my mom only finished middle school, but both are knows as brilliant silversmiths. They have been crafting jewelry since they were young.
I first learned about silver from my parents and began working with them when I was 15. Then, I began helping my uncle design jewelry as well. In high school, I took metal crafting classes and I learned how to design and craft my own earrings, bracelets, and other jewelry. I feel at peace when I am around my family and I hope to have children one day. Aside from designing, I enjoy playing volleyball. Someone once said to me, 'You have to build a boat before you cross the river. Feel the painful work first and then you will be able to be happy. The challenge of my art is creating new designs and crafting them into quality jewelry. I work with my relatives and my uncle helps coordinate the tasks in the workshop. We use brass, silver and gold. I hope Novica will help me take my designs around the world.
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