2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Palace Creation · The Dynamic Kirin Pendant

Entrant

Palace (Beijing) Jewelry Co., Ltd.

Category

Fashion Design - Jewelry

Client's Name

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Country / Region

China

About The Entry

The Palace Creation "Dynamic Kirin" pendant is not merely a static piece of jewelry, but a "dynamic micro-sculpture" worn on the body. Breaking the mold of traditional gold ornaments, it features an industry-exclusive "Quadruple Dynamic System" achieved through the intricate interlocking of 565 precision handcrafted components. Drawing inspiration from the gilded bronze Kirin at the Gate of Benevolent Tranquility in the Forbidden City, the design transcends simple replication to breathe life into the ancient auspicious beast for the modern era. As the wearer moves, the pendant responds: the emerald eyes open and close naturally with gravity, mimicking a living blink; 59 copper-coin armor plates sway gently with every step; the red agate legs provide a stable yet spirited foundation; and the lion-like tail swings naturally. Even the head can rotate slightly, symbolizing the power to "turn the tide." This interactive experience, where the "vessel accompanies the person," transforms the wearer's every movement into the living rhythm of the Kirin, symbolizing rapid advancement and incoming good fortune.

In its pursuit of craftsmanship and materials, the Dynamic Kirin adheres strictly to the standards of palace creation, under the full supervision of intangible cultural heritage masters. Each piece requires over 90 days of meticulous hand-polishing and assembly by a team of artisans. It features a selection of rare gemstones—including Brazilian red agate, emeralds, diamonds, and rubies—each chosen according to traditional ritual systems. The red agate legs and horns are carved from the same raw stone to symbolize "unity of origin," while the armor, linked by 0.1mm fine gold chains, has undergone thousands of calibration tests to ensure an elegant rhythm in motion. Weighing approximately 51 grams, the design balances the substantial feel of solid gold with a structure optimized for comfort, making it a timeless masterpiece suitable for New Chinese style, business, and daily wear. More than an accessory, it is a spiritual talisman condensing time and ingenuity, offering the wearer the protection and aesthetic nourishment of Oriental artistry in every movement.

Credits

Ye Chuilin
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