{"product_id":"the-ancestral-thorn","title":"The Ancestral Thorn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eThis artifact is the most complex and emotionally charged object in my collection. Within a flawless optical dome, I have encased a generational drama: a fragment of authentic vintage lace, over 100 years old, pierced by imitation blood. It is a symbol of ancestral heritage, fragility, and the invisible threads that bind us to our past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eHowever, the tenderness of the lace here clashes with the harsh reality of protection. At the heart of the composition is a real hornet, pierced by a rusted steel bolt, and a massive double fishing hook. As an artist, this pendant symbolizes the moment when patience transforms into a weapon. It is a manifesto on defending one's inner space and legacy—an attempt to \"catch\" and neutralize what poses a threat. This is an ode to the strength born from vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThe hornet was found in nature after its life cycle had naturally ended. I guarantee that I never kill living beings for my art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature Method \u0026amp; Absolute Uniqueness:\u003c\/b\u003e Each piece is crafted using my personal, proprietary resin-casting method. My professional journey as an artist in this field began in 2020. Over the years, I have perfected the manual polishing technique, turning resin into an optical lens that makes hidden meanings tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eI guarantee that every artifact is a one-of-a-kind creation.\u003c\/b\u003e I do not produce duplicates or 1:1 replicas. Each dome is a unique, frozen moment in time that can never be repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/b\u003e: High-grade optical resin, authentic 100-year-old vintage lace, rusted steel bolt, double fishing hook, imitation blood, biological element (found deceased hornet).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware\u003c\/b\u003e: Durable stainless steel pendant bail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInclusions\u003c\/b\u003e: The artifact comes on a high-quality adjustable waxed cord for a customized fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: Approximate size — \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003e4.5 x 3.3 cm\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003e1.77 x 1.30 inches\u003c\/b\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandcrafted Nature\u003c\/b\u003e: Due to the extensive multi-stage manual polishing process, the final dimensions and contours may slightly vary, emphasizing the individuality of your specific piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AlexArtRoom JEWELRY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53172318208300,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0816\/6956\/files\/photo_2026-05-05_20-58-16.jpg?v=1778013572","url":"https:\/\/alexartroomjewelry.com\/products\/the-ancestral-thorn","provider":"AlexArtRoom JEWELRY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}