The unalome symbol is a winding line that represents the path to spiritual enlightenment. This impressive 33 inches long piece creates an artistic and substantial wall statement.
- Copper finish Tree of Life design wall hanging and chime
- Made of recycled iron and pink glass beads
- Gold-tone with a rustic finish
- Overall measurements are about 33" long & 9" wide
- Made by skilled artisans of India
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Fairtrade, recycled, and handmade
This item was crafted from a variety of reclaimed and handmade materials. Slight imperfections, as well as variations in size, color, and appearance, enhance the handmade nature of the piece. This item is appropriate for the outdoors, however, the bell and chains will oxidize over time. While some treasure an antique look, those who wish to preserve this item as is may place it under a protective surface or simply hang it indoors.
design: A hand-forged wire wall chime that traces the unalome symbol from base to tip: a coiled spiral unwinds into a cascading zigzag of loops, finished with a single straight line reaching upward, with cone bells and pink glass beads dangling from each turn.
size: Approximately 33 inches long and 9 inches wide.
material: Recycled iron wire with a copper, gold-tone finish; pink glass beads; brass-tone cone bells.
features: Hand-forged unalome silhouette, cascading cone bells, pink glass bead accents, rustic gold-tone finish, suitable for indoor or outdoor display, fairtrade and handmade
care: Dust gently with a soft dry cloth, and bring indoors or shelter from direct rain if you want to slow the natural oxidation of the metal over time.
disclaimer: Because each piece is hand-forged from reclaimed and handmade materials, slight variations in shape, bead color, and finish are part of its character rather than a flaw.
Meaning & Intention
The unalome is one of the most recognizable symbols in Buddhist and Hindu tradition, and this piece traces its full form: a spiral at the base, a winding path through it, and a straight line rising to a single point at the top. The spiral represents the beginning of the spiritual journey, when the mind is still circling through confusion, habit, and the repeating patterns of everyday life.
As the line uncoils and moves upward through the zigzagging loops, it mirrors the twists, setbacks, and turning points that mark any path toward self-understanding. Nothing about the climb is a straight shot, and the unalome doesn't pretend otherwise. The loops are the doubt, the detours, and the lessons that only make sense in hindsight.
At the very top, the line finally straightens and settles into a single point, the moment of clarity or awakening that all the winding was leading toward. Hung with cascading bells and pink glass beads that catch light and stir with the air, this chime turns that ancient symbol into something you can hear as well as see, a quiet reminder that the winding path itself has meaning.
Hung by a doorway, above a meditation cushion, or on a porch where the breeze can reach it, this chime turns a passing moment into a small pause. The soft ring of the bells offers a gentle cue to notice where you are on your own path, without asking for anything more than a breath and a glance upward.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone drawn to the unalome's meaning of growth through struggle toward clarity, and who wants that story told in a piece of hand-forged wall art and sound
- Purpose: Wall décor, wind chime, meditation space accent, entryway or garden piece, thoughtful housewarming gift
- Suggested Mantra: My winding path leads to light
- Intention: Clarity, Growth, Enlightenment, Peace
- Chakra Connection: Crown Chakra
Questions & Guidance
What does the unalome symbol on this chime represent?
The unalome traces the spiritual journey: a spiral for life's early confusion, winding loops for its struggles and turning points, and a straight line rising to a point for the clarity of awakening.
What is this wall chime made of?
It's hand-forged from recycled iron wire in a copper, gold-tone finish, with pink glass beads and brass-tone cone bells suspended along its length.
Can I hang this piece outdoors?
Yes, it's suitable for outdoor display, though the bells and wire will oxidize and develop a weathered patina over time; bring it indoors or shelter it if you'd rather keep its original finish.
How much space does it need on a wall?
It measures about 33 inches long and 9 inches wide, so it works well in a stairwell, entryway, or any spot with a bit of vertical clearance for the bells to move freely.
Will the color or shape vary from the photo?
Slight differences in bead tone, bell finish, and the exact curve of the wire are normal, since each piece is handmade by artisans rather than machine-produced.
