Himalayan Treasures
DETAILED SUMMARY / BACK COVER
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.