This bracelet is NOT elastic
Dimensions:
Flat width - 8.9 cm
Circumference 17.5cm
Length: 6.7 cm
⚠️ ATTENTION: SIZING GUIDE AND BREAKAGE PREVENTION
1. Measure Your Hand: To purchase correctly, measure the maximum circumference of your hand (where it is widest).
2. Bracelet Size (Example: If the bracelet measures 10 cm flat, it has 19.5cm internal circumference):
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To Wear Without Damage:
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Elastic Model: The circumference of your hand can be at least 0.5cm smaller than the diameter of the bracelet.
This model can be worn on the wrist, but traditionally, it is worn above the wrist, at the beginning of the forearm.
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Non-Elastic Model: The bracelet's diameter must be at least 0.5cm larger than the circumference of your hand at its widest point to pass safely.
Traditionally, it is worn above the wrist, at the beginning of the forearm, fitting loosely on the wrist.
Important: If you are unsure about the correct measurement, we suggest not making the purchase to ensure your satisfaction and avoid damage to the piece.
Care and Longevity Tips:
To extend the life of the craft and reduce the risk of breakage:
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Moisturizing: Apply moisturizing cream to your hands before wearing the bracelet.
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Protection: Avoid getting wet and/or leaving in the sun, preventing the nylon/silicone from drying out and cracking.
Beauties of the Forest: The Sacred Art of the Huni Kuin
The Story of the Piece
The Huni Kuin, also known as Kaxinawá, primarily inhabit Acre and regions of Peru, and bring a deep spiritual connection to the forest in their art. For them, creating crafts is not just a manual act, but also a path of healing, prayer, and memory. Each piece reflects symbols of the boa constrictor, rivers, lunar cycles, and the chants of their ceremonies, becoming a link between the visible and the invisible. By wearing a Huni Kuin craft, you carry with you not only beauty but also an ancestral force that guides and protects.
Art Details
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Natural Materials: Beads, seeds, vegetable fibers, cotton dyed with forest pigments
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Technique: Traditional braids, embroidery, and graphic patterns called kene, which represent paths of energy and spirituality
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Meaning: The kene is more than a design: it is a sacred map, used to attract protection, balance, and harmony
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Originating People: Huni Kuin (Acre, Brazil / Peru)
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Style: Sacred geometry inspired by dreams, songs, and visions from their traditional medicines
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Exclusivity: Each piece is unique, handmade, with variations that preserve its authenticity and cultural identity.
Your Connection to Culture
By choosing a Huni Kuin craft, you support cultural strengthening and contribute to the preservation of the traditions of a people who are guardians of the Amazon rainforest. At Inlakesh, we work with respect and ethics, ensuring that each piece represents not only indigenous aesthetics but also its living energy and spirituality. May this craft illuminate your path and connect your heart to the wisdom of the forest.
Glass | Siliconized | 10000 Beads T9 |
