Molten Heart – Handmade Liuli Glass Anatomical Heart Necklace

Molten Heart — Born in Fire, Worn Close.

This isn't a factory-stamped pendant pulled from a mold. This is an anatomical human heart — every vein, every chamber, every artery — sculpted by hand in Liuli, the ancient Chinese art glass first perfected over 2,000 years ago.

Liuli is not ordinary glass. It is fired at extreme heat, shaped entirely by hand — no molds, no machines, no casting. Each Molten Heart is one-of-a-kind. The one you receive is the only one that will ever exist.

The Details

• Material: Liuli (ancient Chinese art glass) — lead-free, hypoallergenic, will not tarnish or fade. Each piece carries subtle variations in color and texture that make it truly unique.
• Pendant Size: 20–25mm (0.8"–1.0")
• Chain: Stainless steel, adjustable 20–50cm (8"–20") — hypoallergenic, will not rust or tarnish
• Color: Crystal clear — light passes through each piece differently, revealing internal textures and depth unique to your heart. Custom tinted colors available on request.
• Weight: Approx. 8g — light enough for all-day wear

What Is Liuli?

Liuli (琉璃) is China's oldest form of art glass, dating back to the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046–771 BC). Unlike Western lampwork or borosilicate glass, Liuli is created through a multi-stage firing process that gives it a luminous, translucent depth — light passes through it like liquid.

The technique was nearly lost during the 20th century and was revived by a small number of master artisans. Every Wrought & Wild piece honors that tradition: shaped by hand, fired by flame, finished by eye.

Made by Hand. For Real.

Every Wrought & Wild piece is made in our studio, one at a time. We don't outsource. We don't batch-produce. When you order, we make your piece — not pull it from a warehouse shelf.

Want a custom color? A different chain length? A matching pair? Send us your idea. We accept custom commissions and will send you photos of the piece before it ships.

Who Is This For?

• Someone who wears their heart — literally — on their chest
• Medical students, nurses, surgeons (yes, they buy these)
• Collectors of artisan glass and cultural craft
• Anyone tired of mass-produced jewelry that looks the same on everyone
• A gift that says "I found something no one else has"

The Story Behind Molten Heart

"Molten" — the state of glass at extreme heat, liquid and alive, waiting for a hand to give it form. "Heart" — not a symbol, not a logo, but the real thing: four chambers, aorta, vena cava, every vessel rendered in Liuli.

East meets West. Liuli is a 2,000-year-old Chinese craft. Wrought & Wild is a modern studio that refuses to let handwork die. This pendant is where those two stories meet — ancient material, contemporary form, made by one pair of hands.

Packaging

• Standard: Elegant jewelry box with care card — included free
• Upgrade: Handcrafted wooden gift box (+$30) — each box has unique natural grain, making it a keepsake in its own right

Care

• Remove before swimming, showering, or heavy exercise
• Store in the included jewelry box when not wearing
• Clean with a soft, dry cloth — no chemicals needed
• Liuli is durable, but it IS glass. Treat it like the small sculpture it is.

Shipping & Returns

• Handmade to order: each piece is created after your order is placed. Allow up to 15 days for production and shipping.
• Free standard shipping worldwide (tracked)
• Express shipping available at checkout
• 30-day returns — if it arrives damaged, we replace it free
• Custom orders are final sale (photos sent for approval before shipping)