Tekna
Guelmim, Morocco
Northern Africa and the Sahel
Anklets
INV-2018
Tekna
Guelmim, Morocco
Northern Africa and the SahelEarly 20th century
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Date
Early 20th century
Medium
Silver and copper alloy
Dimensions
5.5 × 6 × 3 cm (2 1/8 × 2 3/8 × 1 3/16 in.)
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Location
Chicago, IL
Credit
Alsdorf Foundation - James and Marilynn Alsdorf Acquisition Fund
The Hassaniya (also called Moors or Arabs) are descendants of 16th-century Arab immigrants who intermarried with the indigenous Imazighen (Berbers). Hassaniya jewelry makes a dramatic visual statement that stands in stark contrast to the region’s arid environment. Bracelets and anklets are cast in bold forms. Those from Guelmim, Morocco, have deeply etched geometric patterns and are adorned with raised beads or projecting studs.
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