Materials
craftsman
ICH Materials 297
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Traditional Craftsmanship
Fiji -
Traditional craftsmanship of Ger and its rituals
The Ger is a traditional dwelling of the nomadic mongols. Ger is not only housing but is also model of the Universe and a symbol of national identity. Generally, it consists of a wooden framework, a felt cover and ropes. Ger is portable, light, compact and ecological home. It comprises all types of traditional arts.
Mongolia -
Kyrgyz musical instruments
Kyrgyzstan -
Children playing Toguz korgool
Kyrgyzstan -
Men playing Toguz korgool
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Kyrgyzstan -
During the game
Kyrgyzstan -
Toguz korgool - logic table game
Kyrgyzstan -
Jygach usta (craftsman working with a wood) making a horse saddle
Kyrgyzstan -
Craftsman making a horse saddle_Issyk-Kul region_Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan -
Art of making traditional Kazakh dombra
Dombra is a traditional Kazakh musical instrument and object of material culture. The origin оf the name 'dombra' is associated with the activities of the voodoos ('baqsy', 'qam') - the shamans. It is believed that the prototype of the current dombra originated 4000 years ago.\nThe magic formula 'dem bura' translates as "tune the breath", "revive (turn off) the instruments embodies the principle of assimilation of a living creature. In the process of evolution has acquired a stable dombra aesthetic function, form and substantive nature.\nDombra consists of two strings (sometimes three and four string) is pear-shaped with a thin elongated neck and head with two pins. The tool is designed to accompany the singing and play kuys. Masters use two methods of manufacturing dombra: traditional and modern.
Kazakhstan -
Performance on national musical instruments
Kyrgyzstan -
Craftsman making a horse saddle
Kyrgyzstan