The Daalder Collection of Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment, after 2007
Bracelet from Algeria

Bracelet from Algeria

The art of enameling was retained by Islamic and Jewish craftsmen in North Africa when they were expelled from Spain in 1492. In both Algeria and Morocco this art continued to reach great heights. Continue Reading

House Jewels from Mongolia

House Jewels from Mongolia

Mongolians hang these ornaments, or amulets, in tents. They are meant to be viewed from more than one position, which is why the same pattern is enameled on both sides. An elevated central segment of “boxes” makes some of them over 1 centimeter thick, which creates a three-dimensional effect. Continue Reading