Inspiration
“I vow to make excuses when you humiliate me in public
to forsake my friends and family when you isolate me
to value myself less when you belittle me.
I vow to blame myself when you hit me
And to fear for my safety and the safety of my children
Till death do us part.”
I am Durga & Kali.
Love, Respect & Protect me.
Or else I will.
This collection is an empowering stand against domestic violence, which permeates through social, economic, professional, religious boundaries
Our concept note above outlines the physical, sexual, psychological nature and definition of domestic violence, and alongside upholds the three pillars on which a marriage stands- Love, respect and protecting each other. It also reminds the women (and warns men) that they have the power of the goddesses Durga and Kali, and can stand up against violence and protect themselves.
Some strong motifs that invoke the power of the goddesses are swords, knives and the trishul, weapons of the goddesses themselves, all intricately worked, beautiful and grand like wedding jewels traditionally given to a bride, and yet, symbols of empowerment. The underlying message is also to the families that their daughter’s trousseau must be strength, support and knowledge, and not just gold.
Description
Because it isn’t Love without Respect.
Handcrafted necklace in sterling silver with or without gold plating.
Limited Edition packaging : All Valentine's Day orders via Boticca are sent out from our Studio in Kolkata,India and are gift-wrapped in a silver cloth pouch,our signature box and red brocade ribbons.
Dimension/Size
Length : 2 cm
Width : 6.75 cm
Necklace length : 43 cm
Material Used
Sterling silver, with or without 22kt Gold plating as per request.
100% Handcrafted by Master Craftsmen in India
