This luxurious and unique product with a silver inlay decoration is a bag charm/ nametag. This classy item has many uses, such as decorating your bag or as a key holder, and you can use it as a nametag for your golf bag or luggage as well.
Bag Charm Drawn with Eunipsa
Ⅰ. Traditional Metal Craft Technique: ‘Eunipsa’
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Eunipsa(Silver Inlay) is a traditional metal craft technique
that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period.
During the Three Kingdoms and Goryeo periods,
a technique called 'Ggiumipsa' was prevalent,
which involved carving grooves on a metal plate and inserting metal wires into them.
A Door Lock ⓒNational Folk Museum of Korea
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The technique known today as 'eunipsa' refers to the development of 'Jjoeumipsa'
during the mid-Joseon dynasty.
In this method, the metal plate is first carved with grooves in four directions:
horizontal, vertical, and diagonal lines, creating a grid-like pattern.
Then, delicate metal wires made of gold, silver, or copper, which have a malleable nature,
are inserted into these grooves to create a pictorial expression,
decorating the surface of the object.
Traditionally, this technique is referred to as 'eunsilbakyi,' denoting the process of inlaying silver.
Silver inlay decoration can be commonly observed on artifacts
such as incense burners, censers, tobacco cases, and door locks.
_
According to historical records,
during the Joseon dynasty, there existed a governmental agency called the "Gyeonggongjang,"
which was responsible for overseeing and perpetuating craftsmanship skills,
as well as producing necessary artworks for the state.
Among the craftsmen within this agency,
there were skilled craftsmen known as "Ipsa-jang,"
who specialized in the art of inlay.
They were tasked with creating inlaid objects that were required within the palace.
Ⅱ. Artisan
Gongyeedam's [Eunipsa Collection] is created in collaboration with
Master Artisan Seung Kyung-ran,
a designated Assistant Instructors for Successor Training of
the National Intangible Cultural Heritage in the field of silver inlay.
Seung Kyung-ran
In 2010, Master Seung Kyung-ran, a skilled craftswoman,
received the Grand Prize at the 40th Gyeonggi Craft Competition and
was awarded the Chairman's Prize at the 2010 Korean Traditional Craft Exhibition.
In 2022, she received an Encouragement Award.
In 2020, she participated in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage
Inheritor Design Development Support Project. Currently,
She operates the DooDooLee Workshop,
continuing her vibrant efforts in both traditional transmission and creative activities.
[Hexagonal Brush Holder by Seung Kyung-ran]
[Hexagonal Incense Burner by Seung Kyung-ran]
Ⅲ. Bag Charm Drawn with Eunipsa
In this bag charm,
a decorative pattern of a plum blossom in silver inlay is
added to Gongyeedam’s logo,
displaying the classic yet unique mood that Gongyeedam strives for.
_Uses
This item was made to be used
as a bag decoration, key holder, and nametag,
making it useful in various ways in your daily life.
_Characteristics
This bag charm/ nametag is made of leather
in three colors: black, brown, and silver.
A traditional tile-roofed house has the silver inlay decoration of
Gongyeedam’s logo inside as a highlight.
Along with Gongyeedam’s logo, the added silver inlay decoration
of a plum blossom expresses a feminine mood.
A characteristic to look out for is the gold inlay
that was used for the pollen that is falling off of the plum blossom
in the lower left of the logo.
On top of the silver inlay decoration,
three coats of lacquer varnish were applied
in order to tint the chiseled parts
as well as to make the inlay stronger.
The color matches are as follows:
black bag charm with a green silver inlay,
brown bag charm with a black silver inlay,
and silver bag charm with a black silver inlay.
[Black bag charm ]
[brown bag charm ]
[silver bag charm ]
_Material
*Balck / Brown Bag Charm : Cowhide Leather
*Silver Bag Charm : Goatskin
*Silver Inlay:
(Base) Steel Plate /
(Decoration) Pure Silver, Pure Gold/
(Coating) Refined Varnish (Black, Green)
_Size
* Diameter of bag charm : 9cm
* Length of strap : 14.5cm
* Diameter of silver inlay decoration : 3.9cm
☆ NOTICE ☆
_All products might slightly vary in size and detail due to the nature of handicraft products that are all produced by hand.
_The silver inlaid decorations on the bag charm may discolor,
if exposed to air due to the nature of the metal.
When not in use,
avoid contact with air to minimize discoloration.
In case of discoloration, by using an eraser and rubbing the silver part
will restore it to its original color.
Alternatively, if you prefer a vintage mood.
You can use it in its discolored state to experience a vintage sensibility.
INFORMATION
1. Shipping Delivery
Made-to-order product, please allow 15 to 20 days for production excluding weekends and holidays.
2. Return & Refund Policy
- If there is a defect in the product, other reasons for non-refund as stated in the detailed information
must be returned within 7 days upon receipt of received date.
- Unfortunately, we cannot exchange, replace, and/or refund after product is damaged due to use.
If you need to return or refund a product, please contact us before sending.
3. Customer Service & Other Inquiries
Please contact us via e-mail (gongyeedam@gmail.com), regarding to product or any other inquiries.
Bag Charm Drawn with Eunipsa
Ⅰ. Traditional Metal Craft Technique: ‘Eunipsa’
_
Eunipsa(Silver Inlay) is a traditional metal craft technique
that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period.
During the Three Kingdoms and Goryeo periods,
a technique called 'Ggiumipsa' was prevalent,
which involved carving grooves on a metal plate and inserting metal wires into them.
A Door Lock ⓒNational Folk Museum of Korea
_
The technique known today as 'eunipsa' refers to the development of 'Jjoeumipsa'
during the mid-Joseon dynasty.
In this method, the metal plate is first carved with grooves in four directions:
horizontal, vertical, and diagonal lines, creating a grid-like pattern.
Then, delicate metal wires made of gold, silver, or copper, which have a malleable nature,
are inserted into these grooves to create a pictorial expression,
decorating the surface of the object.
Traditionally, this technique is referred to as 'eunsilbakyi,' denoting the process of inlaying silver.
Silver inlay decoration can be commonly observed on artifacts
such as incense burners, censers, tobacco cases, and door locks.
_
According to historical records,
during the Joseon dynasty, there existed a governmental agency called the "Gyeonggongjang,"
which was responsible for overseeing and perpetuating craftsmanship skills,
as well as producing necessary artworks for the state.
Among the craftsmen within this agency,
there were skilled craftsmen known as "Ipsa-jang,"
who specialized in the art of inlay.
They were tasked with creating inlaid objects that were required within the palace.
Ⅱ. Artisan
Gongyeedam's [Eunipsa Collection] is created in collaboration with
Master Artisan Seung Kyung-ran,
a designated Assistant Instructors for Successor Training of
the National Intangible Cultural Heritage in the field of silver inlay.
Seung Kyung-ran
In 2010, Master Seung Kyung-ran, a skilled craftswoman,
received the Grand Prize at the 40th Gyeonggi Craft Competition and
was awarded the Chairman's Prize at the 2010 Korean Traditional Craft Exhibition.
In 2022, she received an Encouragement Award.
In 2020, she participated in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage
Inheritor Design Development Support Project. Currently,
She operates the DooDooLee Workshop,
continuing her vibrant efforts in both traditional transmission and creative activities.
[Hexagonal Brush Holder by Seung Kyung-ran]
[Hexagonal Incense Burner by Seung Kyung-ran]
Ⅲ. Bag Charm Drawn with Eunipsa
In this bag charm,
a decorative pattern of a plum blossom in silver inlay is
added to Gongyeedam’s logo,
displaying the classic yet unique mood that Gongyeedam strives for.
_Uses
This item was made to be used
as a bag decoration, key holder, and nametag,
making it useful in various ways in your daily life.
_Characteristics
This bag charm/ nametag is made of leather
in three colors: black, brown, and silver.
A traditional tile-roofed house has the silver inlay decoration of
Gongyeedam’s logo inside as a highlight.
Along with Gongyeedam’s logo, the added silver inlay decoration
of a plum blossom expresses a feminine mood.
A characteristic to look out for is the gold inlay
that was used for the pollen that is falling off of the plum blossom
in the lower left of the logo.
On top of the silver inlay decoration,
three coats of lacquer varnish were applied
in order to tint the chiseled parts
as well as to make the inlay stronger.
The color matches are as follows:
black bag charm with a green silver inlay,
brown bag charm with a black silver inlay,
and silver bag charm with a black silver inlay.
[Black bag charm ]
[brown bag charm ]
[silver bag charm ]
_Material
*Balck / Brown Bag Charm : Cowhide Leather
*Silver Bag Charm : Goatskin
*Silver Inlay:
(Base) Steel Plate /
(Decoration) Pure Silver, Pure Gold/
(Coating) Refined Varnish (Black, Green)
_Size
* Diameter of bag charm : 9cm
* Length of strap : 14.5cm
* Diameter of silver inlay decoration : 3.9cm
☆ NOTICE ☆
_All products might slightly vary in size and detail due to the nature of handicraft products that are all produced by hand.
_The silver inlaid decorations on the bag charm may discolor,
if exposed to air due to the nature of the metal.
When not in use,
avoid contact with air to minimize discoloration.
In case of discoloration, by using an eraser and rubbing the silver part
will restore it to its original color.
Alternatively, if you prefer a vintage mood.
You can use it in its discolored state to experience a vintage sensibility.
INFORMATION
1. Shipping Delivery
Made-to-order product, please allow 15 to 20 days for production excluding weekends and holidays.
2. Return & Refund Policy
- If there is a defect in the product, other reasons for non-refund as stated in the detailed information
must be returned within 7 days upon receipt of received date.
- Unfortunately, we cannot exchange, replace, and/or refund after product is damaged due to use.
If you need to return or refund a product, please contact us before sending.
3. Customer Service & Other Inquiries
Please contact us via e-mail (gongyeedam@gmail.com), regarding to product or any other inquiries.
