Rich with symbolism, colour and craftsmanship, this remarkable textile tradition transforms fabric into a living archive of ...

Delicate dragonflies made from sea urchin spines and tusk shells sit perched on silk leaves. Nearby ladybugs made from cowrie shells stand out with their bright red color. There are crabs made of ...

You may have a vague understanding that cowries were once used as currency in ancient times. You might even associate cowrie shells with the Western culture in Nigeria, particularly among the Yorubas.