{"product_id":"aa098-br-bn-sm","title":"Bangle of the Twin Comets","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo comets, nestled close, journeying through the dark cosmos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Twin Comets\" is a design inspired by this very scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt began as a shape resembling a marine creature, which came to mind while looking at an illustrated book of sea urchins and starfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, as I sculpted and gazed at the form, it transcended the ocean and, at some point, journeyed into space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn as a mini-tongs, \"Twin Comets\" has now taken on a new form as a bangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo streams of metal overlap on the wrist, much like two celestial bodies poised to trace each other's orbits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom tool to adornment.\u003cbr\u003eFrom a shape for use to a shape for wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the same form inhabits a different body, a new story is born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHiro Kashihara\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI create small supporting characters who quietly uphold the beauty and deliciousness of the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy journey into cutlery making began when my wife, who loves cooking, collected beautiful tableware and cutlery. Wanting to create moments that would make her happy and to offer her beautiful tea times, I began making cutlery myself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2020, I have been working as a cutlery artist, developing a style based on the concept of “Spoon You Nurture,” using materials such as brass and nickel silver that enhance the enjoyment of aging over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, I see cutlery as a canvas, creating new works by distilling scenes and moments I find beautiful into simple forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe artist handcrafts each piece.\u003cbr\u003eTexture, color, shape, and size may differ between the photograph and the piece you receive, but we hope you enjoy each piece's unique character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.088%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.8004%;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.8494%;\"\u003eApprox. 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We coat polished pieces with a surface protector. For antique-finish pieces, we leave the material in its raw state to highlight its natural texture.\u003cbr\u003eIf tarnishing or rust is a concern, gently polish with a polishing cloth for precious metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf moisture adheres to the product, wipe it thoroughly before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is handmade, so length and shape may vary. Please note that designs intentionally featuring an aged, well-worn texture may have minor scratches as part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal may cause allergic reactions. If you experience any abnormality, stop using it and consult a doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"樫原ヒロ","offers":[{"title":"S (Wrist circumference 14cm-15cm)","offer_id":45872335454387,"sku":"AA098-BR-BN-SM","price":16500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/9802\/4115\/files\/DSCF4219_35fcce22-7934-43e8-af49-a41cfde3b9b7.webp?v=1787863804","url":"https:\/\/shop.konohino.com\/en\/products\/aa098-br-bn-sm","provider":"コノヒノ道具店","version":"1.0","type":"link"}