The intricate and detailed design of this sterling silver jewelry was once reserved exclusively for members of Laotian Royal Family.
This necklace first caught my eye as I was walking down a crowded aisle of an international folk art market. There were many people around the artisan's stall, so I squeezed between them to get a better look at the necklace and other pieces being displayed. In an instant I lost myself in the examination of the delicate flower and leaf design and could see that real skill had gone into creating this piece. I overheard Mark speak about his sustainable business practices and this Laotian Royal Court design and I was hooked. I promised myself that I would have this detailed and historically important work as a part of the VirtuArte collection.
This sterling silver necklace and the story behind it are matched in their rich complexity. It was handcrafted by the same master craftsmen who once created jewelry for the Lao Royal Family, until the Royal Government left power in 1975. The main motif used in the necklace was originally exclusive to the Royal court and is a stylized representation of the Dok Phikoun flower, indigenous to the region. For centuries local monks have taught of the Dok Phikoun's powers of good fortune and promotion of a long and happy life. I'm pleased to help Mark and his talented artisans make this beautiful collection of jewelry available to the Western world for the first time.
- Sterling Silver
- T-bar and hoop fastener
- Length: 18 inches; Width: 1/4 inch
- Color: Silver
- Handmade in Laos
- Shipped within 48 hours of purchase
Product SKU: O-201
