Adornment Collection (page 6)

The Burgtheater (formerly Imperial Court Theatre) of Vienna, Austria

St. Stephens Cathedral (Stephansdom), Vienna, Austria

Europe, Andorra. An old sun dial adorns a stone tower in Andorra

Victoria Crowned Pigeon (Goura victoria). Papua New Guinea. Bristol Zoo, July 2007
Victoria Crowned Pigeon (Goura victoria). Papua New Guinea.Bristol Zoo, July 2007.These beautiful birds forage the forest floor for fruit, seeds and snails. They seem to spend time in small flocks

Asia, China, Beijing. These ornate roof lines jut into a deep blue sky, Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, Beijing, China

Old City Baths, Sofia, Bulgaria

Russian Church (St. Nikolai), Sofia, Bulgaria

Pendants on display in the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey

Seal above the Nuruosmaniye entrance gate to the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey

The Government Guesthouse of Midyat (Midyat Devlet Konukevi), Mardin, Turkey

Church in Midyat, Mardin, Turkey

Bell tower of a church in Mardin, Turkey

Three fanlights over two windows and a door, Beirut, Lebanon

Africa, Kenya. Msai beadwork

Angola - Woman with extraordinary jewellery
Angola - Woman with the extraordinary hairstyle and neck jewellery/adornment of the region of Huila Province. Date: circa 1910s

1827 Port Jackson Australian Aboriginal 1
Early Lithographic print by Honegger drawn by Fuchs, from Dr. Shinz, " Naturgeschichte und Abbilldungen des Menschen der verschiedenen" 1827/1840, with hand colouring

1827 Schinz Amazon Matis Indian colour
Early Lithographic print by Brodtmann, from Dr. Shinz, " Naturgeschichte und Abbilldungen der Saugethiere" 1827/1840, with hand colouring

1827 Schinz Australian Aboriginal colour
Early Lithographic print by Honegger drawn by Fuchs, from Dr. Shinz, " Naturgeschichte und Abbilldungen des Menschen der verschiedenen" 1827/1840, with hand colouring

1827 Port Jackson Australian Aboriginal 2
Early Lithographic print by Honegger drawn by Fuchs, from Dr. Shinz, " Naturgeschichte und Abbilldungen des Menschen der verschiedenen" 1827/1840, with hand colouring

1827 New Guinea tribal Warriors
Early Lithographic print by Honegger drawn by Fuchs, from Dr. Shinz, " Naturgeschichte und Abbilldungen des Menschen der verschiedenen" 1827/1840, with hand colouring

Two Kenyan Men
A fabulous photographic portrait of two Kenyan Tribesmen in full traditonal costume. They wear Ostrich Feathers in their hair and one holds a fly whisk

Kenyan Men in full ceremonial attire

Zulu man in marital costume, southern Africa

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"Adornment: A Tapestry of Culture and Expression" Step back in time to the 1960s, where an old Kikuyu lady delicately picks coffee beans, her weathered hands adorned with stories of a lifetime. Intricately decorated Easter eggs, embellished with beads and steeped in folklore, transport us to traditional Hungarian celebrations that breathe life into ancient customs. Witness the Pokot tribe's vibrant heritage as a man dons typical beaded ornaments, speaking volumes about their pastoralist roots. Their Southern Nilotic language echoes through generations. Cautionary tales unfold as we explore the dangers of personal tattoos. The permanence etched on one's skin serves as a reminder of choices made and lessons learned. Experience the exhilaration surrounding an Atelo ceremony as a Pokot warrior leaps high into the air wearing a cheetah skin. Young women surround him, celebrating their shared traditions. Travel across oceans to witness the awe-inspiring Samoan Pe'a tattoo from the 19th century—a testament to cultural pride and identity preserved through artistry. A young Pokot girl proudly wears a necklace crafted from hollow reed grass—an emblem of her uninitiated status within her community. The Southern-speaking pastoralists cherish their unique symbols. Two unmarried Pokot girls gracefully display traditional ornaments that signify their unwedded state—symbols intertwining tradition and hope for future love stories yet untold. Unearth treasures from ancient times as Sumerian jewelry takes center stage—a glimpse into opulence dating back centuries before our modern world took shape. Journey to Europe's Bulgaria where elegance meets distinction in an enchanting garden—an ode to timeless beauty found in both nature and human adornment alike. Finally, discover Cuba's rich tapestry as animal skulls ornament rooftops—a fusion of spirituality and artistic expression that transcends borders and captivates imaginations.