The Dassanech World Makers

The Dassanech woman uses her craftsmanship and resources to shape her existence and curate art, jewelry, and crowns. Each woman represents the Past, Present, and Future. The First Dassanech woman, the past woman, uses Nautilus, the oldest shell,  to curate her crown. She sets the tone and gives the blueprint for what's to come. The present woman utilizes bottle caps to create the most delicate hair jewelry. Her resourcefulness shapes the tribe as we know it today. The future Dassanech woman, one to be reckoned with, uses watches and gadgets to design the most intricate jewelry.

The Daasanach (also known as the Marille or Geleba) are a Cushitic ethnic group inhabiting parts of Ethiopia, Kenya, and South Sudan. Their main homeland is in the Debub Omo Zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region, adjacent to Lake Turkana. According to the 2007 national census, they number 48,067 people (or 0.07% of the total population of Ethiopia), of whom 1,481 are urban dwellers. (Wikipedia) 

Printed on high quality, artist grade stock and folded around a lightweight frame to give them a gorgeous, gallery ready appearance. With acid free ink that will last without fading or chipping, Features a scratch-resistant UV coating. Wipes clean easily with a damp cloth or to remove dust, vacuum gently using a soft brush attachment.