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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.

Sumba, Indonesia

Posted by Svetlana Sysoeva on March 27, 2011 at 10:07am

Ikat technique, the most complicated patterns, each telling a story. Most that are sold are modern 'with old design', for about 200-250 US$ each. Hand spun and hand-dyed with natural ingredients. Simple ones - for everyday wear - are sold in the markets, price starts from $5 for a scarf. Threads are factory-made and 50% are synthetic

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