Glass bead earrings - Grey dolphin
Glass bead earrings - Grey dolphin
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These glass bead earrings are inspired by Amazonian wildlife: a stylized gray dolphin, a symbol of elegance and gentleness. Their elaborate design adds a modern touch while evoking the cultural richness of Pará.
Artisan / People: Made by artisan Damilis Borari of the Borari people of Alter do Chão, located in the state of Pará in northern Brazil, these earrings are woven bead by bead using traditional craftsmanship passed down through families. Each creation is unique and deeply rooted in the local cultural heritage.
Dimensions and weight
Length: 17 cm
Width: 3.5 cm
Weight: 25 g
The creation in detail
Materials: glass beads. In Brazil, a Miçanga refers to a small colored glass bead used in the crafts of indigenous peoples to make traditional jewelry.
Colors: white, gray, and black
Pattern: gray dolphin, fringed
Shipped from France
The gray dolphin, source of inspiration
The pattern of this creation evokes the gray dolphin (Sotalia guianensis). This documentary image helps connect the design of the jewelry to the animal that inspired it.
How to wear them
These earrings can be worn on their own to let the pattern, colors, and Miçanga craftsmanship take center stage, or paired with a more understated necklace.
Every piece of jewelry tells a story
Sourced from artisan partners in Brazil, Amazonikaa creations tell stories of regions, expertise, and encounters. Jewelry chosen for its uniqueness, aiming to bring a piece of Brazil and its living heritage to Europe and the rest of the world.