A bead is just a bead in most parts of the globe. But in sub-Saharan Africa, even the smallest piece of pierced glass, shell or stone represents a doorway into a vast – and for many Western eyes – ...

Collectibles used in American homes come from many countries. Crafts from Africa have been especially popular since the 1960s. Many modern European and American artists like Pablo Picasso were ...

A symphony of tribal art symbols from across the globe underscores fashion designer Nupur Kanoi’s recent collection — Maya. Woven in the warp and weft of textiles like pure silk, crepe silk, georgette ...

Behind the shimmering beaded artwork now on display at the Dayton Art Institute is the inspiring story of a group of South African women who are gaining dignity through the work of their hands and ...