Handicraft Collection (#84)

Holiday still life. Simpich Caracter Doll, Mr. & Mrs. Claus with cookie tray. Property released

Holiday still life. Handmade felt holiday snowman. Property released

Paints and paintings in historic Santa Cruz District, Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Africa, Togo. Capital city of Lome. Lome Voodoo Fetish Market. Local market, typical wooden masks & voodoo dolls used in rituals

AF, Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan. Aswan souk (market), Nubian knit crafts

Colorful West African dresses, Accra Textile and Handicraft Market, Accra, Ghana

Hand painted textiles depicting every day African attire, in local batik workshop, Albert Market, Banjul, Gambia

Colorful West African fabric, Accra Textile and Handicraft Market, Accra, Ghana

Africa, Ghana, Accra. National Museum, regarded as one of the finest museums in sub-Saharan Africa. Metal figure

Hoi An Vietnam, Wooden Sculptures for sale

Wooden carved heads for sale, Nosy Be, Madagascar, Africa

Womens work service in Germany
Womens work service working on handicrafts in Germany in the 1930s

Bethlehem - Working Mother-of-Pearl
Working Mother-of-Pearl used (amongst other things) in the decoration of furniture and small decorative items in Bethlehem, then very much part of the Ottoman Empire

Handicrafts, Mercado Artesanias (National Artisans Market), Masaya, Nicaragua, Central America

Girl Learning Lacework
A schoolgirl learning the art of lacework at the London County Council Handicraft School

Learning to Weave
A girl learning to weave on a loom at the London County Council Handicraft School

Girls Making Stools
Two girls making chairs or stools at the London County Council Handicraft School. Date: early 1930s

Kuna handicrafts, Casco Viejo, Casco Antiguo, Old City, San Felipe District, Panama City, Panama, Central America

Some Tuareg handicraft in the small city of Germa, at the entrance of the Akakus plateau, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Masks, Handicraft Market, Antigua, Guatemala, Central America

Handicraft Market, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, Central America

Textiles, Souvenirs, Handicraft Market, Antigua, Guatemala, Central America

Arts and Craft market, Urubamba, Peru, South America

Altermarkt Christmas market at night, Altermarkt Square, Salzburg, Austria, Europe

Colourful hand-painted umbrellas, Northern Thailand traditional handicrafts

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Handicrafts from around the world showcase the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of different regions. In Central America, specifically Panama, lies Cristobal - a town known for its vibrant handicraft scene. The Kuna Indians, indigenous to this area, are renowned for their traditional molas. These intricate textile panels depict colorful designs inspired by nature and everyday life. Traveling across continents to Europe, we find ourselves in County Clare, Ireland. Here, on the church wall of Killinaboy, stands an enigmatic Sheela-na-Gig carving. This ancient symbol represents fertility and protection against evil spirits. Venturing further into North Africa's bustling markets takes us to Marrakech in Morocco. Amidst the vibrant souks of Medina lie exquisite ceramics waiting to be discovered by eager shoppers. These beautifully handcrafted pieces reflect Morocco's rich history and diverse influences. In Fes, another Moroccan city steeped in tradition, mosaic walls adorning fountains captivate visitors with their intricate patterns and vivid colors. Each tile meticulously placed tells a story of craftsmanship passed down through generations. Heading westward to Mexico's Puebla State brings us to El Parian Market where Talavera Pottery reigns supreme. This distinctive style showcases Spanish influence blended with indigenous techniques resulting in stunning ceramic works that have become synonymous with Mexican culture. In Southwest America resides a deep-rooted connection between Native American tribes and handicrafts that tell stories of their ancestral pasts through pottery, jewelry-making, weaving techniques like Navajo rugs or Hopi kachina dolls. Crossing oceans once more leads us to Ethiopia's highlands where Injera baskets (Sifet) are crafted using age-old methods passed down within communities for centuries. These intricately woven baskets serve both functional purposes as storage containers and carry symbolic significance within Ethiopian culture.