Dazzling with ornate detail, this bracelet by Wayan Sarjana celebrates the legendary Borobudur style. It is named after the magnificent Buddhist temple in Java which was built in the 9th century as a schematized representation of the cosmos. This sterling silver chain bracelet is crafted by hand with amazing skill.
.925 Sterling silver
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Story Behind the Art:
Wayan Sarjana has fine-tuned his silver-smithing skills over the years to become one of the most talented and innovative craftsmen in his village.
Sarjana, an amateur historiographer, says he returns to his roots for inspiration, elaborating on ancient Indonesian designs to create elegantly unique silver jewelry.
"I was born in a village called Banjar Apuan Singapadu, Sukawati on the island of Bali in the year of 1970. I am the eldest of three children from a family of artists, but I was the first in my family to work with silver.
"These years with Novica have brought so many changes to my life. Now I have something to be proud of, including the fact that the international world appreciates me as an artist - a silversmith from Bali. I was only selling my jewelry door-to-door before, and my life was in the hands of shop owners. With Novica I am now able to create my own life, and to earn a consistent income. There are now five people working with me. One by one they came to my place asking for work. They are happy to work with me, for almost five years now, each also happy to be a part of Novica's success -- and happy to earn more money than they ever received before."
- Metal: Sterling silver
- Style: Chain
- Finish: High polish
- Chain: Borobudur
- Clasp: S-hook
- Metal weight: 11 grams
- Dimensions: 3 mm wide x 7.3 inches wide
- Made in Indonesia.