This piece began as an exploration of exhaustion, heartbreak, and the constant pressure to create. The pumping mechanism reflects the emotional and physical rhythms we carry. A reminder of fragility, resilience, and the body’s unrelenting drive to keep going.
ship within 1–2 weeks of purchase.
Final Sale
This listing is for a damaged Pumping Heart Bag™ and is being sold as-is.
The bag has sustained damage to the sculptural body. Scratches are visible throughout the purse, primarily on the back of the body, and a scratch is present on the heart itself. Additionally, one loop that secures the tubing has broken off. The pumping mechanism remains functional. The photos and video included in this listing document and illustrate the damage described above. Reference images showing the bag worn on a model are for styling purposes only.
Because the damage is known and fully disclosed, this piece is offered at a reduced price. By purchasing, you acknowledge that the bag is damaged and accept the piece in its current condition.
Please note: This listing is for a damaged piece sold as-is. The description below reflects the original design and concept of the Pumping Heart Bag™.
The Pumping Heart Bag™ is a sculptural tech piece that blurs the line between body and object. Designed and engineered by wearable-tech artist Brittany Anne Cohen, each bag is 3D-sculpted and hand-finished. No two will ever be alike — imperfections in the print, the way the liquid flows, even the rhythm of the pump create a singular experience every time you power it on.
Hold it close and you’ll hear the heartbeat. Feel the vibrations. Watch liquid pulse through transparent tubing in patterns that can never be replicated. It’s art you wear — a piece that feels uncannily alive.
Over two years of obsessive experimentation went into bringing this vision to life — finding the perfect pump, the right liquid, the correct tubing, and a system that creates the illusion of blood flowing in real time.
This is a limited release. Produced only in small batches, each bag comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. Released in small batches. Once a drop sells out, availability closes until the next release. Each piece is final sale
Features:
3D-printed sculptural heart spray painted white with gloss finish
soldered and assembled by the artist
Circulating dyed liquid + proprietary pumping method
Each bag is one of kind with its own unique in flow pattern
Edition released only in small-batch runs
Model is wearing the Pumping Heart Bag™ in gun metal
One of a Kind: Every bag is unique. No two will ever produce the exact same liquid flow effect.
Handcrafted + 3D Printed: Each bag is 3D printed and finished by hand. Small surface variations or blemishes are natural to the process and part of its individuality.
Fluid Flow Behavior: As the bag runs, the liquids may naturally blend and appear less defined — this is normal and part of the living nature of the piece. When this happens, the liquids can always be returned to a more distinct look. If you’d like to reset the flow, follow the steps below.
Resetting the Flow: If you'd like to restore the liquids to a mored distinct pattern:
• Turn the bag off and allow it to settle.
• Keep it resting vertically.
• Once restarted, the liquids will gradually reform into a more defined, separated pattern/
Portable battery powered pump that circulates liquid throughout the corset
• Charge time: 40 min to charge to 85%
• 8+ hour battery life
• Battery: 3.7V 1100mAh Rechargeable Li-ion
• Charging Requirement: Requires a USB C cable to charge (not included)
• Dimensions: 7.91 inches x 4.76 inches (fits an iPhone 17)
