Thursday, September 1, 2011

Chinese knit and pearl earring


10-11 mm fresh water pear dangle earing with chinese knotting silver design
Total length is 60mm or 2.3''
AAA fresh water pearl, perfectly round shape and glowing lustre
sterling silver 9.25

Design ideal is inspired by Chinese knot which is popular throughout Chinese history. The art of trying knots dates back to prehistoric times. Originally it had been used for memorization language created for communication before writing characters were invented. Later it evolved through thousands years, and it became an art for decoration which used in important days or festivals, used as button in traditional Chinese clothes and was assemble with precious jewellery for rich, etc. In Chinese culture, knot is a symbol of alignment and joy, particular in the past men and women exchanged knot to present their love. As today, it is still a symbol of love and prosperous, you may find that big knots are hang in many Chinese families in Spring festival.