India has a very rich history in ornate clothing and jewelry. When dressed in formal attire for special occasions, women are often covered from head to toe in all types of jewelry, including headdresses, hair ornaments, earrings, pendants, belts,...
Shamanism; Necklaces; Haida Indians; Haida Indians--Social life and customs; Tlingit Indians; Tlingit Indians--Social life and customs
In the past, shamans healed the sick, helped bring success in hunting, fishing or war and worked for spiritual balance in the community. By traveling to the spirit world, shamans could call upon spirit-helpers to aid them in recovering lost or...
Egypt -- Social life and customs -- To 332 B.C.; Egypt -- Civilization--To 332 B.C.; Egypt -- Antiquities; Amulets; Scarabs; Beads; Dung beetles
Amulets were objects thought to have magical powers worn by Ancient Egyptians for luck or protection. Scarabs, or dung beetles, were the most common amulet design of Ancient Egypt. The species of beetle represented in ancient Egyptian amulets and...
Siwah Oasis (Eygpt) ; Siwah Oasis (Eygpt) -- Social life and customs; Weddings; Wedding costumes; Clothing and dress; 20th Century
This outfit was worn by a bride of the Siwa Oasis, located in Egypt near the Libyan border. The Siwa Oasis are well known for their beautiful embroidery, unique designs and elaborate jewelry. Many garments and accessories are embroidered with a...
