[Handmade] Magnolia Brooch with Peacock Feather "Dian Cui" Craftsmanship - Chun Yu Dian

https://si.geilicdn.com/pcitem1912443437-58700000019681b4d6a20a20e273_750_2329.jpg All materials used in our creations are naturally shed feathers from budgerigars or peacocks. Because feathers refract light beautifully, each piece displays a unique spectrum of colors that shifts with the environment, as if possessing its own breath and emotions. ✿ Product Details: Base Material: Alloy Surface Material: Peacock Feather ✿ Product Size: Total length of brooch: Approximately 7cm ✿ Production Time: In stock, ships within 5 days. ✿ Packaging: Each item is presented in eco-friendly packaging. ✿ Jewelry Care: Due to the unique nature of "Dian Cui" craftsmanship, please avoid contact with water and oil, and refrain from scratching the feather surface during wear. Feather products are sensitive to humidity; store them in a sealed bag when not in use. ✿ Upon Receiving Your Order: Silver-plated gold items are shipped with protective packaging against impact. Please avoid forceful bending or contact with liquids after receipt. If you have any questions, please contact the shop owner promptly. For custom orders, please reach out to discuss your ideas! Each piece bears subtle handcrafted marks; please consider this before purchasing. ✿ What is "Dian Cui"? "Dian Cui" is a refined traditional Chinese jewelry technique originating in the Han Dynasty and reaching its zenith during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, becoming a most coveted embellishment for the adornments of noblewomen in the imperial court. Artisans would fashion a base of silver-plated gold and meticulously inlay precisely cut feathers, imparting a vibrant, gem-like blue iridescence to the jewelry, showcasing the pinnacle of aesthetic and craftsmanship. As kingfishers are now a protected species, contemporary "Dian Cui" no longer uses traditional materials. Instead, feathers from legally sourced white geese, peacocks, parrots, or eco-friendly synthetic materials are used as alternatives, preserving the beauty of the colors while demonstrating respect for nature. To this day, every stage of the "Dian Cui" process—from crafting the metal base, cutting the feathers, shaping the forms, to the intricate inlay—cannot be mechanized and relies entirely on the artisan's manual skill. Consequently, each piece requires a significant investment of time and focus to complete, making every "Dian Cui" accessory a unique, unrepeatable work of art. As a traditional craft that integrates metalwork, feather inlay, and design, "Dian Cui" transcends its imperial origins to become an artistic language that encapsulates time, culture, and craftsmanship. Even as eras change, it continues to astound with its distinctive, enchanting blue hue.