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| Woman's shoes with shell inlay for special occasions, Turkey, early 20th century, FM96725. Ruler's ceremonial shoes, Nigeria, Yoruba, mid 20th century, FM242847 |
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| Creativity is the factor that influenced how these pairs of shoes were made and used.
Aesthetic tradition is the COMMON CONCERN addressed by these pairs of shoes. They were designed to meet cultural artistic values, which were communicated from artisan to artisan over many generations. These pairs of shoes show DIFFERENT RESPONSES to aesthetic traditions of designing with shells and beads. |
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