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Siwa is a remote oasis deep in the heart of the Egyptian desert near the border with Libya. Until an asphalt road was built to the Mediterranean coast in the 1980s, its only links to the outside world were by arduous camel tracks. As a result of this isolation, Siwa developed a unique culture manifested in its crafts of basketry, pottery, and embroidery and in its styles of costume and silverwork. The most visible and celebrated example of this was the silver jewelery that was worn by women in abundance at weddings and other ceremonies. Based on conversations with women and men in the oasis and with reference to old texts, this book describes the jewelery and costume at this highpoint of Siwan culture against the backdrop of its date gardens and springs, social life, and dramatic history. It places the womens jewelery, costume, and embroidery into social perspective, and describes how they were used in ceremonies and everyday life and how they were related to their beliefs and attitudes to the world. The book also describes how, in the second half of the twentieth century, the arrival of the road and of television brought drastic change, and the oasis was exposed to the styles and fashions of the outside world and how the traditional silver ornaments were gradually replaced by gold.
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I wore the Siwa Jewelry set for a themed costume party and got tons of compliments! It really enhanced my outfit and made me feel like I was in an Egyptian oasis. The craftsmanship is impressive, and it added that extra touch to my look. Will definitely wear it again!
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Maya El-Badry
Beautifully crafted jewelry!
I bought this Siwa Jewelry set for my sister's birthday, and she absolutely loves it! The design is so unique and really captures the essence of life in an Egyptian oasis. The colors are vibrant and it feels well-made, which is a big plus!
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Jason Tran
Good but a bit pricey
The Siwa Jewelry is nice and all, but I do think it's a little on the expensive side for costume jewelry. It looks stunning, especially the detail in the patterns, but I expected it to be more affordable. Still, it's a great piece for themed events!
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Fatima Rashid
Lovely but fragile
I was excited to wear my Siwa Jewelry for a party, but I noticed the pieces are a bit delicate. They look magnificent, embodying that Egyptian vibe, but I have to be careful not to tug on them too hard. Just a heads up for anyone considering it!
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