Anklets Collection

Almost every Himba woman wears anklets. They comprise strands of homemade metal beads threaded onto leather. Women cover their bodies in red ochre mixed with butterfat

Dancing native man of Hawaii (Sandwich Islands) with shield, anklets, bracelets and tattoos
FLO4695741 Dancing native man of Hawaii (Sandwich Islands) with shield, anklets, bracelets and tattoos. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature

Gypsy dancing girl, La Bohemienne, 17th century. Dancing with her hair in pigtails, barefoot
5912942 Gypsy dancing girl, La Bohemienne, 17th century. Dancing with her hair in pigtails, barefoot, anklets and hitting a tambourine above her head

Miss Henderson, 1918 Nov. 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miss Henderson, 1918 Nov. 17. Young woman dressed as an ancient Egyptian pharaoh

Miss Gardner, portrait photograph, 1918 Nov. 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miss Gardner, portrait photograph, 1918 Nov. 17

Krishna and Radha as Lovers, from a "Gitagovinda" Series, c1780. Creator: Unknown
Krishna and Radha as Lovers, from a "Gitagovinda" Series, c1780. After indulging their passionate desires (right)

India, Rajasthan, Pushkar, Anklets for sale at store at Pushkar Camel Fair

Hindoo Girl; Black Bear shooting in the Himalayas, 1875. Creator: G. Beste
Hindoo Girl; Black Bear shooting in the Himalayas, 1875. [Indian woman wearing nose ring, bangles and anklets]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Melanesian man of Vanikoro, Solomon Islands, Pacific Ocean
6338585 Melanesian man of Vanikoro, Solomon Islands, Pacific Ocean by AC (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Melanesian man of Vanikoro, Solomon Islands, Pacific Ocean)

Young Khoikhoi woman in fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets, necklaces, bracelets, earrings
6339078 Young Khoikhoi woman in fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets, necklaces, bracelets, earrings by Lisbet, L. (19th century); (add.info.: Young Khoikhoi woman in fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets)

Native of the Carteret Bay, Nui Allan, New Ireland, Papua New Guinea
6338583 Native of the Carteret Bay, Nui Allan, New Ireland, Papua New Guinea by Doms (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Native of the Carteret Bay, Nui Allan, New Ireland, Papua New Guinea)

India, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho)
472957 India, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The supply of cigarettes)

Advert, Surgical Hosiery Co Ltd, Nottingham
Advert, Surgical Hosiery Co Ltd, Russell Street, Nottingham - manufacturers of elastic knee caps, anklets (plain, felted or padded), jock straps, suspenders etc. for all athletes Date: 1933

Toraja man of Tondano, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia
6339137 Toraja man of Tondano, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia by Belgian School, (19th century); (add.info.: Toraja man of Tondano, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia)

Dancing native man of Hawaii (Sandwich Islands) with shield, anklets, bracelets and tattoos. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature: The South Sea Islands

Egypt, 1915 (colour litho)
472942 Egypt, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancing girl representing Egypt; from a series of Dancing Girls of the World)

Baroda Nautch Girls, late 19th century (albumen print)
KDC397338 Baroda Nautch Girls, late 19th century (albumen print) by Vernon & Co. Bombay; 35.6 x cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Bowman, Tsoede, 14th - 15th century (tin bronze)
DBP412911 Bowman, Tsoede, 14th - 15th century (tin bronze) by Nigerian; height: 92 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Nigerian, out of copyright

Scene from North Africa (colour photo)
3095880 Scene from North Africa (colour photo) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from North Africa. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Young Girls At Their Lemonade Stand, 1918 (colour litho)
3034902 Young Girls At Their Lemonade Stand, 1918 (colour litho) by Wright, Blanche Fisher (1887-1938); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of two young girls selling lemonade at their roadside stand)

Young Indian dancer in bird headdress, cape, dhoti and anklets.. Handcolored woodcut from Auguste Wahlens Manners, Customs and Costumes of all the People of the World, Brussels, 1845

Muslim Lady Reclining An Indian Girl with a Hookah, signed and dated 1789 Signed and dated in black, lower right: " Fr

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Anklets: A Global Fashion Statement From the vibrant streets of India to the remote islands of the Pacific Ocean, they have adorned the ankles of women and men for centuries. Almost every Himba woman proudly wears anklets as a symbol of their cultural heritage and identity. In Rajasthan's bustling city of Pushkar, where tradition meets modernity at the famous Camel Fair, stores display an array for sale. These delicate pieces catch the eye with their intricate designs and craftsmanship. Traveling back in time to 1875, we find ourselves amidst a Black Bear shooting expedition in the majestic Himalayas. Amidst this adventure, a Hindoo girl stands out with her anklet-clad feet, blending traditional customs with daring exploration. Across oceans in Vanikoro, Solomon Islands, Melanesian men showcase their unique style by sporting anklets that reflect their rich tribal traditions. The rhythmic jingle resonates through these tropical paradises as they dance to ancient tunes. A young Khoikhoi woman captivates onlookers with her fur cape cascading over beaded skirts while adorning herself with necklaces, bracelets, earrings - and yes - exquisite anklets. Each piece tells a story steeped in history and culture. Farther east lies Carteret Bay in Papua New Guinea where Nui Allan natives embrace ankle adornments alongside other indigenous accessories. Their creativity knows no bounds as they express themselves through captivating jewelry choices. Venturing into West Timor's Kupang region brings us face-to-face with fierce Atoni warriors who wear strikingly bold anklets that exude strength and power. These warrior-like ornaments embody both fashion and fortitude. Turning our gaze towards early 20th-century India reveals vintage cigarette cards showcasing colorful lithographs featuring women wearing ornate anklets - an enduring symbol of femininity transcending time itself.