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Hi Alaa Segid Edinne, Here my promise to find more object which are engraved in the pattern of the anklets and horse halter of the bidal jewelry of the nobility of the highlanders of EThiopia. The little prayers box comes close to the pattern on the anklets. The backside of the cross shows more skill, the pendant a bit rough. But it shows that the anklets were done by a much skilled jeweler. I will place another one of a sword (point) cover to show also a more refined work. I do think that it is just done by etging it with an enormous skill, as can see some do not have. Gr. ingrid.
Very interesting to see these "swinging" patterns on these items! I remember the gold plated anklets with the same patterns.
Eva, I places these pieces to show that this work was also part of the Ethiopian culture.
Yes that is good to know. I can't help it that this design reminds me of Haussa patterns used on clothes, tissues and houses (e.g. in the Rep. of Niger)
Beautiful pieces. The swirly patterns also remind me of the decorations painted on the walls and ceilings in some Ethiopian churches...
The pattern on the cross is quite common I think. I have seen this style many times, though not always as well executed :) Thanks a bunch for showing!
Hi Betty, These loops are also often seen on the beautiful woolen knotted carpets(very thick and heavy) as border patterns. And yes, those carpets were traditionally knotted in the workplaces of monasteries before they became popular especially for the foreigners (expats) Later in commercial workplaces.In crosses it is not as common, In my large collection not so many. The cross on display it is on the back side, front has the file grain..