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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.

Head Decoration - Turkmenistan

Posted by Peter Hoesli on July 23, 2015 at 9:13am
Width: 47cm - Length: 37cmI have purchased this enormous head decoration in my early collecting years in Cairo's Khan El Khalili, a bazaar that is dating back to the 14th Century and was erected on the grounds of former royal tombs, the remains of which were disposed on nearby hills...
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  • Rolf July 23, 2015 at 9:34am
    Fantastic what I discover through your postings thank you Peter hope you enjoy you stay in Europe
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