woman's chest amulet
woman's chest amulet
Culture
Tuareg people
Creation date
20th century
Materials
leather, silver
Dimensions
3 1/2 x 3 x 1/2 in.
Credit line
Gift of Ivo Grammet
Accession number
1998.54
Collection
Currently On View In
Eiteljorg Suite of African and Oceanic Art
Amulets consisting of five diamond shapes are worn by most Tuareg women. The diamond forms represent the five fingers of the hand, a significant Islamic symbol believed to ward off evil.
