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Manfred Giehmann
ISBN 9789811406560
Rs. 8,888
Talisman
Himalayan Treasures
Who it's for: Enthusiasts of ethnography, cultural history, traditional arts, and Himalayan studies.
Himalayan Treasures presents a comprehensive visual and cultural exploration of the jewellery and adornment traditions found across the vast Himalayan territory. Based on a collection amassed over 25 years during extensive discovery journeys, this volume showcases the diverse heritage and artistry of the region's tribal communities.Why You Should Read? Explore over 500 meticulously documented pieces of traditional Himalayan jewellery and adornments. Discover the rich array of materials, from gold and silver to shells and horn, and the exceptional skill of indigenous craftsmen. Gain insights into the lifestyles and social systems of Himalayan indigenous peoples through an authoritative introduction by scholar Françoise Pommaret. Ideal for enthusiasts of ethnography, cultural history, traditional arts, and Himalayan studies.
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- Over 500 documented pieces of traditional Himalayan jewellery and adornments.
- Materials range from gold and silver to shells and horn.
- Authoritative introduction by scholar Françoise Pommaret.
- Based on a collection amassed over 25 years of discovery journeys.
- Explores the heritage and artistry of the region's tribal communities.
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How many pieces of jewellery are documented in this book?
Over 500 pieces of traditional Himalayan jewellery and adornments are meticulously documented.
What materials are covered?
The book covers a rich array of materials, from gold and silver to shells and horn.
Who provides the introduction?
The introduction is by scholar Françoise Pommaret, offering insights into the lifestyles and social systems of Himalayan indigenous peoples.
How was the collection amassed?
The collection was amassed over 25 years during extensive discovery journeys across the Himalayan territory.