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The Significance of Color Symbolism in Himalayan Sacred Arts, Costumes, Textiles & Jewelry
Bowers Museum hosts a talk with Tamara Hill on the visual culture of the Himalayas.
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Tamara W. Hill, jewelry designer, professional photographer, teacher, lecturer and author, will present a fascinating illustrated lecture on the visual culture of the Himalayas. She will also be on-hand to sell her “one of a kind” necklaces, bracelets, pendants and pins utilizing antique and contemporary ethnic and tribal elements, semi-precious beads and stones, rare minerals, and nature’s treasures: amber, turquoise, coral and shells gleaned from the inspiration of travels and the world’s bazaars.
Ms. Hill will also be on-site on Friday, August 17 from 11 AM - 4 PM and 5 - 7 PM to sell her unique pieces from the trunk show.
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