Glass bead earrings - Grey dolphin
Glass bead earrings - Grey dolphin
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These glass bead earrings are inspired by Amazonian fauna: a stylized gray dolphin, a symbol of elegance and gentleness. Their intricate design brings a modern touch while evoking the cultural richness of Pará.
Artisan / People: Crafted by artisan Dami Borari, of the Borari people from Alter do Chão, located in the state of Pará in Northern Brazil, these earrings are woven bead by bead according to traditional know-how 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, "Miçanga" refers to a small colored glass bead, used in indigenous crafts to create traditional jewelry.
Colors: white, gray, and black
Pattern: gray dolphin, fringed
Shipped from France
The gray dolphin, a source of inspiration
The motif of this creation evokes the gray dolphin (Sotalia guianensis). This documentary image helps connect the jewelry design to the animal that inspires it.
How to wear them
These earrings can be worn alone to let the pattern, colors, and Miçanga beadwork 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.