Ibiwari
Seattle, Washington
Like many people I share a love of old things. Organics are a particular passion for me. There is an unparalled beauty in old growth wood, metal with rust and agedLike many people I share a love of old things. Organics are a particular passion for me. There is an unparalled beauty in old growth wood, metal with rust and aged items of which these things are made.
I really love old, old, old ethnic items, both the beautiful and the mundane. Most intersting is the history and the culture that lies behind these items. It is a challenge to go back to try to unearth the purest form of these things, to understand the traditions that lie behind them, the significance and symbolism within their respective societies. Textiles, brasses, bronzes, coppers, sculptures, masks, vessels, beads and jewely, all have a history and a strong culture which backs them, one that I feel is important to understand. (Read more)
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