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A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.

Costume from Mahdia

Posted by Edith D on October 28, 2011 at 9:48am
The woman in this painting is wearing a tlila necklace, hlila pectoral, slalem head ornaments, anklets and bracelets. This is from a series of paintings published by the Centre des Arts et Traditions Populaires in Tunis.
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Tags: Tunisia, costume
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  • Chantal October 28, 2011 at 1:45pm

    hi Edith,

    Great pics of the different jewels from the area..Clear illustrations and informative. Thanks for posting.

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