The Sleeper's Key. Sterling Silver Necklace.

Keys have long been an important part of my visual library and this key, over 5 years in the making, is one of the most dear to me. The Poppy flower is steeped in lore and practical use, both in ancient and popular culture as it's poisonous qualities have led to the development of some of medicines most important advancements. However, with many poisons plants, the poison is in the dosage and intention of the user: the poppy flower in lore is the key to sleep and sacred to Hypnos, the God of Sleep, twin to Thanatos, God of Death. In a modern era in which many of us are plagued with a complex relationship to sleep, this key is meant to be a talisman: a metaphorically "functional" key for access to the dreaming realm: the tool that unlocks the doorway to the unconscious mind. Designed with exquisite detail and highly tactile: wear when in need of all that sleep / dreams can bring : inspiration, rest, rejuvenation, a reaffirmation of personal dreams, a quieting of the mind when it feels o