Mourning Objects
Design student Anna Schwamborn has created a range of jewelry made with the hair and cremated ashes of a dead loved ones. (Pics)
Schwamborn, who has worked for Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood and is studying at Central St Martins in London, uses real human hair and human ashes mixed with black bone china.
The series comprises a rosary, necklace and a watch chain tear catcher.
“Besides pure hair being used, cremated human ashes are mixed with black bone china, the world´s highest class porcelain.
The objects are supposed to be worn close to the body of the mourner symbolizing a lasting physical connection between two individuals even after death.
Furthermore this collection is supposed to remind the wearer on the fragility and appreciation of life and most importantly, acting as a keepsake.”
Via Dezeen
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I can appreciate the idea behind this, but I don’t know if I would be able to wear jewelry with all of the hair! It seems like it would feel uncomfortable. However, I really like the idea of mixing ashes with the porcelain. I would wear something made out of that. It is less blatant that you’re wearing human remains, but you’re still able to keep that connection. How much does it cost to have things made like this?