Zitan Trace · Red Sandalwood Handheld Beads
Red Sandalwood · Handheld Strand with Fu Pendant
Held in the hand,
shaped by time and touch.
The Red Sandalwood Handheld Beads from ZEN TAO’s TRACE Collection are shaped by time and touch. Held in the hand, this handcrafted strand with a Fu pendant promotes mindfulness, balance, and calm. Ideal for meditation, contemplation, or as a meaningful gift, it embodies the essence of Eastern philosophy in a tangible, elegant form.
Material Composition
This handheld strand is made from Red Sandalwood (Zitan), valued for its density, fine grain, and quiet depth of tone.
The composition includes:
• 19 Red Sandalwood beads
• Natural “gold dust” grain pattern formed within the wood
• One carved pendant featuring the character “Fu”
• Hand-assembled cord structure
The surface is smooth and naturally polished, revealing the material’s inherent character.
No artificial patterning or enhancement is applied.
Material Character
Red Sandalwood is among the densest hardwoods, known for its stability and weight.
Its tone appears deep reddish-brown, gradually darkening with time and handling.
The fine golden grain visible on some beads is a natural formation within the wood structure.
These markings occur randomly and cannot be replicated.
Each strand develops its own surface presence through use.
Form & Use
This piece is designed to be held, carried, or placed nearby.
Its scale allows the weight of the material to be fully experienced in the hand.
The carved pendant introduces a point of visual pause within the sequence.
Over time, the surface may become smoother and deeper in tone through natural contact.
The object evolves through use.
Specifications
Item Type: Handheld bead strand
Material:
• Red Sandalwood (Zitan)
Bead Count:
• 19 beads
Bead Size:
• Approx. 20 mm × 19 mm
Pendant:
• Carved wood pendant with “Fu” character
Finish:
• Natural, untreated surface
Natural Variation
This piece is made from natural wood.
Variations in grain, color depth, and golden pattern are natural characteristics.
These differences are not defects,
but part of the material’s individual structure.
Each piece is unique.
Care
Avoid prolonged exposure to water, oils, or chemicals.
Store in a dry, shaded place when not in use.
With time and handling, the surface will develop a deeper tone and smoother feel.
What is held often,
is changed quietly.
Not by force,
but by time.
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