Arita Ware Kintsugi Barrette Blue Apatite Natural Stone Traditional Craft Large Hair Clip a28

This is a Kintsugi barrette, an upcycled accessory made from Arita ware ceramics that would otherwise be discarded. Broken or chipped pottery is repurposed and meticulously repaired with Kintsugi, transforming them into beautiful accessories. The concept behind these pieces is to bring the beauty of nature and Japan's enduring traditions closer to you, reborn as modern accessories that connect to the future, fostering new possibilities. Refreshing blue pottery fragments are paired with apatite in a similar hue. The sides of the pottery fragments are adorned with Kintsugi, allowing the elegant gold accents to shine through even from the side, adding a touch of refinement. They are versatile enough to complement both casual and formal outfits. This is a generously sized barrette, perfect for gathering your entire head of hair. Barrette size: 10cm Metal fitting size: 85mm Weight: While made from pottery, they are lightweight and comfortable to wear.◎ As each piece is a one-of-a-kind creation, it makes for an ideal gift. Consider it as a thoughtful present for your cherished loved ones. * The item pictured will be sent. However, if sold on another site, production may be made to order. In such cases, please note that there may be individual differences in the color, pattern, and size of the pottery fragments and natural stones compared to the photos. * "Kintsugi" is a unique Japanese traditional repair technique that mends broken or chipped pottery using lacquer and gold powder. This work utilizes a modern, simplified Kintsugi method. Unlike traditional Kintsugi using natural lacquer derived from the lacquer tree, this piece uses adhesive for the primary bonding. The Kintsugi sections are created using lacquer (a manufactured coating, not raw urushi) and gold powder (brass powder, pearl powder), with UV resin also incorporated for reinforcement.