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Helping Hand Necklace ~ Antique Porcelain Doll Arm Pendant, Multi-Strand Pearl and Chain Assemblage Jewelry
Helping Hand Necklace ~ Antique Porcelain Doll Arm Pendant, Multi-Strand Pearl and Chain Assemblage Jewelry
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Most things wait for you to reach for them. Some things reach for you.
Helping Hand began with an authentic antique porcelain doll arm — an odd little fragment with enough presence to become the center of something unforgettable. I gave it a place among layered silver chains, luminous faux pearls, warm golden bead accents, and a whimsical miniature stirrup charm. Sometimes the strangest remnants make the best companions.
The piece was inspired by the dark humor of asking for a hand and getting one, quite literally. Equal parts eerie and elegant, this necklace turns a forgotten antique fragment into a wearable conversation piece with a little gothic mischief tucked inside.
Details
- Authentic antique porcelain doll arm pendant
- Layered silver chains
- Strands of luminous faux pearls
- Golden bead accents
- Miniature stirrup charm
- One-of-a-kind assemblage, handcrafted by Gwendalynn Grey
Style it with a lace blouse, a bohemian dress, or modern black attire when you want your outfit to lend — well, a hand.
From my nostalgic soul to yours. — Gwendalynn Grey
Care, Wear & Provenance
Care, Wear & Provenance
A little history, a little care
Every piece I make is built by hand from things that have already lived a life. Antique bisque doll fragments, old keys and photographs, lace, silk ribbon, chandelier crystals and vintage beads, all put back together into something you can wear. They're sturdier than they look (the bisque in particular), but they are still old, and a little care goes a long way toward keeping them beautiful.
Wearing your piece
- Put your jewelry on last, after perfume, lotion and hairspray, and take it off before you bathe, swim, sleep or do anything strenuous.
- Keep the whole piece away from water and harsh chemicals and high heat.
- Be gentle with the bisque and the other fragile parts. A drop onto a hard floor or a hard knock can chip or crack them.
Cleaning
A soft, dry cloth is all it needs. Please don't use jewelry dips, silver polish or an ultrasonic cleaner, and don't rub the bisque with a polishing cloth, because they can strip old finishes, lift paint and loosen joints. Old silver-tone and brass metal darkens with time. That's normal, a naturally protective coating, and it's part of the look, so there's no need to polish it away.
Storing it
Keep each piece on its own in a dry place out of direct sunlight, so nothing scratches or tangles. Pieces with ribbon or lace keep their shape best laid flat, and the box or pouch yours came in makes a good home for it.
Please note
These are keepsakes for grown-ups, not toys, and they aren't meant for children. They have small parts that can come loose, and some old metal findings may possibly contain lead or nickel. If your skin is sensitive to base metals, you may want to wear yours over clothing or for shorter stretches.
Provenance and materials
Every bisque doll in my Frozen Charlotte and Frozen Charlie pieces is an authentic antique. The rest of a piece is a mix. Some parts are antique or vintage, like keys, lace, photographs and beads, and some are newer replicas. When I know how old something is or where it came from, I say so in that piece's description. Otherwise I can't promise the exact age, maker or history of every part.
Because these pieces are made from old things, they can show small variations, signs of age and little imperfections. I think that's a big part of their charm, and it's what makes each one the only one of its kind. That's why they chose you and me.
From My Nostalgic Soul to yours. — Gwendalynn Grey
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