This ceremonial adornment, consisting of a headdress, necklace and belt, was worn at weddings. Red coral symbolizes life, as its color is akin to blood. It is also unique in that its nature combines three distinct kingdoms: animal, vegetable through the shape of its branches, and, as it is often associated with gems, mineral – From A. Vanderstraete in Monnaies, objets d’échange, Afrique, Asie, Océanie, Genève, Paris, Musée Barbier-Mueller, Somogy Éditions d’art, 2016, p. 152.

Artist: Berbers, Morocco

Date of production: 20th Century

Place of Design: Morocco

Made in: Morocco

Silver, coral, fabric, goat hair

Size: A : larg. 50 cm ; B : L. 60 cm ; C : L. 80 cm

Museum: Musée Barbier-Mueller