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Somalia's art scene is a colorful blend of old traditions and cool influences from other places, showing off the country's rich history. The Somali have their own mix of art that includes stories told through poetry and eye-catching crafts like weaving and metalwork. This mix comes from Somalia's history of trading and connecting with other areas, especially through Islam.
PORTE KORAN NECKLACE, SILVER
Down at the coast, the art vibe changes, with buildings and crafts showing off Arabian and Indian vibes. Carvings and jewelry made of precious metals aren't just nice to look at; they also mean a lot socially and religiously.
KOHL POT WITH LID AND STICK,WITH BANGLE BELLS AND SADDLEBAG DESIGN. 18TH CENTURY.14cm. GIVEN TO A BRIDE BY HER MOTHER OR GRANDMOTHER. NORTHERN SOMALIA. FC.C.U
The pastoralist culture of northern Somalia, characterized by its mobility and reliance on camels, goats, and sheep, has fostered a distinct artistic tradition. This tradition emphasizes the utility and aesthetic elegance of everyday objects such as milk jugs, mats, and weapons
WOMAN' SPORTE KORAN WITH BELLS AND BANGLES. SILVER,114cm. SOUTHERN SOMALIA. FC.C.U.
PAIR OF KOHL POTS, WITH STICKS, BALL AND TUBE, AND REPOUSSE WORK. 19TH CENTURY. SILVER, 14cm. HAMARWEYN, MOGADISHU. FC.C.U
COMB, EARLY 18TH CENTURY SILVER, 25cm. FC.C.U
COFFEE POT (FC.C.U.), PLATE, BOWL (PRIVATE COLLECTION). INCISED BRASS, COFFEE POT 26cm
HEADRESTS. WOOD, 19 AND 20 cm. FC.C.U.
PORTE KORAN WITH OPENWORK. GOLD, 18TH CENTURY FC.C.U.
AMBER NECKLACE WITH SILVER PENDANT DECORATED WITH BELLS AND AGATESTONES. 18TH CENTURY. 60cm. NORTHERN SOMALIA.
PORTE KORAN NECKLACE, SILVER
Down at the coast, the art vibe changes, with buildings and crafts showing off Arabian and Indian vibes. Carvings and jewelry made of precious metals aren't just nice to look at; they also mean a lot socially and religiously.
KOHL POT WITH LID AND STICK,WITH BANGLE BELLS AND SADDLEBAG DESIGN. 18TH CENTURY.14cm. GIVEN TO A BRIDE BY HER MOTHER OR GRANDMOTHER. NORTHERN SOMALIA. FC.C.U
The pastoralist culture of northern Somalia, characterized by its mobility and reliance on camels, goats, and sheep, has fostered a distinct artistic tradition. This tradition emphasizes the utility and aesthetic elegance of everyday objects such as milk jugs, mats, and weapons
WOMAN' SPORTE KORAN WITH BELLS AND BANGLES. SILVER,114cm. SOUTHERN SOMALIA. FC.C.U.
PAIR OF KOHL POTS, WITH STICKS, BALL AND TUBE, AND REPOUSSE WORK. 19TH CENTURY. SILVER, 14cm. HAMARWEYN, MOGADISHU. FC.C.U
COMB, EARLY 18TH CENTURY SILVER, 25cm. FC.C.U
COFFEE POT (FC.C.U.), PLATE, BOWL (PRIVATE COLLECTION). INCISED BRASS, COFFEE POT 26cm
HEADRESTS. WOOD, 19 AND 20 cm. FC.C.U.
PORTE KORAN WITH OPENWORK. GOLD, 18TH CENTURY FC.C.U.
AMBER NECKLACE WITH SILVER PENDANT DECORATED WITH BELLS AND AGATESTONES. 18TH CENTURY. 60cm. NORTHERN SOMALIA.
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