Like the distinct crenellations that top the outer walls of sophisticated Mamluk-era architecture, this necklace catches the eye! With a beautifully crafted piece of jewelry in gold-plated brass and semi-precious stones, you’ll be looked at in admiration like the historic buildings in the Desert of the Mamluks.
In conjunction with the opening of our 2023 exhibition, The Mashrabiya Project, The Museum For Art in Wood is excited to showcase jewelry from MISHKĀ, an organization dedicated to bringing benefits to women craftspeople from their work in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt.
Available in gold-plated brass.
About the Artist:
MISHKĀ in Arabic means lantern. The ten-pointed star logo is one continuous line that—like all MISHKĀ designs—is inspired by architectural masterpieces that Sultan Qaitbey built in this historic neighbourhood in the heart of Cairo. With training, tools and support we strive to bring the women of the district the direct benefits of their work. This way, they build a better life for themselves and their families while also regenerating the entire district in which they live.
MISHKĀ stands for beautiful objects that are handcrafted using traditional techniques and the finest natural materials among Cairo’s historic Mamluk monuments in the ‘City of the Dead’.
