“Serenity” teal, black and cream hand painted lacquer jewelry box

UzbekAlive owes its beginning to hand painted lacquer boxes made of papier-mâché .

The inspiration came around 2000 from Koshib Omonov, Uzbek artist of lacquer painting in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

The first version of UzbekAlive website was entirely devoted to lacquer hand painted boxes. Slowly we expanded into ikat fabrics, ikat pillow covers, silk scarves and other cultural treasures Uzbekistan offers.

Over the years these jewelry boxes have touched many hearts around the world. We have customers who ordered such hand painted jewelry boxes as gifts for their bridesmaids – an artist customized jewelry boxes by writing names of a newlywed couple on the backside of a lid. People in love used our jewelry boxes to propose to their loved ones. Fathers bought our jewelry boxes for their teenage daughters as their first jewelry box. Whatever the occasion these jewelry boxes win hearts with their beauty and intricate details of painting and make unique and unforgettable gifts.

Art by Koshib Omonov is also presented in Hand Painted Barrettes category.

Stunning floral hand painted barrette on a brown background

SKU H922
$29.99
New
In stock: 2 available
Product Details
Care instructions: Clean with a soft dry cloth. If soiled, use a damp cloth and immediate dry the surface with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking in water.
Dimension (inches): 4.3” x 0.9”
Dimension (cm): 11cm x 2.2cm (at the widest point)

Floral Art in a Hair Barrette – A Masterpiece by Koshib Omonov

This stunning hand-painted floral barrette is more than just a hair accessory; it’s a true piece of wearable art. Created by Uzbek artist Koshib Omonov, this barrette draws from ancient traditions of mural painting, bringing them to life on a smaller scale. The rich red and yellow flowers, surrounded by luscious green leaves, stand out against a beautiful milk-chocolate background, creating a captivating contrast that evokes the essence of timeless elegance.

Each barrette is carefully crafted from a paper-mache base, screwed to a sturdy metal clip. With three levels of adjustment, this accessory is versatile enough for both fine and thick hair, ensuring a comfortable fit for all. The delicate floral painting, touched with liquid bronze and sealed with several layers of lacquer, adds both a luxurious shine and lasting protection to this remarkable piece.

Exclusively made for UzbekAlive in 2005, this collectible barrette is signed with the artist’s name, the year of creation, and the UzbekAlive signature. With its roots in centuries-old ornamental painting traditions, this barrette transforms artistry into a sophisticated, wearable accessory that you can treasure for years to come.

There are very few barrettes by Koshib Omonov in existence, and what we offer on this website is likely the last of his work you can find anywhere. By purchasing this piece, you are not just buying a hair accessory—you’re investing in a limited-edition work of art that embodies tradition, craftsmanship, and history.

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Stunning floral hand painted barrette on a brown background