Emotion | Hand-Sculpted Leather Butterfly Earrings
Why We Love It
Description
Some feelings cannot be named — only worn. The Emotion Sculptural Leather Butterfly Earrings are hand-sculpted from genuine raw cowhide by the FUGE artist, shaped wing by wing into a form that hovers between butterfly and bloom.
In Amber: amber gold with deep plum veining, each piece catches the light like stained glass — translucent, warm, alive. In Red: deep crimson with amber edges, rich and saturated. A tiny gold bell hangs from the centre, chiming softly with every movement.
Each earring is shaped entirely by hand without a mould. Colour variations between pieces are inherent to the process and are a mark of authenticity, not a defect.
Dimensions & Specifications
- Material
- Genuine first-layer raw cowhide leather
- Dyes
- Hand-mixed artist dyes
- Hardware
- Gold-tone metal bell drop; gold-tone stud post and butterfly back
- Colourways
- Amber (amber gold + deep plum veining) / Red (deep crimson + amber edges)
- Height
- Approx. 4.5 cm / 1.8"
- Width
- Approx. 4.0 cm / 1.6"
- Weight per pair
- Approx. 5–8 g
- Sold as
- One pair
Dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly between pieces due to the handmade nature of the sculpture.
Materials & Craftsmanship
All FUGE pieces are made from genuine first-layer cowhide individually selected by experienced artisans. Each hide is carefully screened and graded; only the finest portions are used. Dyes are hand-mixed by the artist before each application — even the same colourway varies subtly between batches.
FUGE was founded in 2009 and is widely regarded as the originator of the leather sculpture flower jewellery craft in China. Each earring is shaped by wetting, forming, and setting raw cowhide without moulds — the sculptural form is the work of the artist's hands alone.
Care
FAQ
Dyes are hand-mixed before each application — even within the same colourway, subtle variations in tone and gradient occur between batches. These differences are inherent to the handmade process and part of what makes each piece unique.
Yes — the small gold-tone bell at the centre chimes softly with movement. The sound is delicate and quiet, not intrusive.
No. Despite their sculptural appearance, leather is naturally lightweight. The Emotion earrings weigh approximately 5–8 g per pair, making them comfortable for extended wear.
Yes. All FUGE pieces are made from genuine first-layer cowhide. Each hide is individually selected and graded — only the finest portions meet the standard for this design.
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