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.
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Yes! I just received my copy yesterday, a wonderful magazine all around, and free! I have an extra should someone want it.
Wow, from the pictures it is hard to believe that these are copies, very well crafted. Brilliant filgree along with a beautiful patina
Though it is very comforting to know that there still skillfull smiths in yemen able to do such amazing work
Yes, I was very impressed by the competence of the work, and very pleased to patronize (indirectly via Kamal's shop) this talented young silver smith. But still, there are only a handful of good silversmiths currently practicing their trade in Yemen. And as Marjorie's article points out, the craft of silver working is still endangered in Yemen. Wherever I travel, if I find good silver work still being done in the traditional manner, I like to patronize a living silversmith. What better way to preserve a tradition? And someday, this piece will also become an antique.
Very clever idea and gifted work. I hope it will help the economy of Yemen.
He uses this idea of shape also for a pendant on a chain.