Crenellations Beaded Earrings
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Crenellations’ originated as simple battlements on defensive walls, but in the Mamluk buildings of Cairo they became decorative ornaments so stunning that they’re referred to as ’brides of the sky' in Arabic, thus evoking the tension between earth and sky, function and design. The crenellations adorning the buildings of Sultan Qaitbey are of particularly fine design and craftsmanship.
About MISHKA Handcrafts: 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 neighborhood 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’.
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