"Wellbeing" - Kirschon

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Ended:September 28th 2017, 6:00am EDT

Minimum bid

€630($672 USD)

Charity percentage

80%

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Charity percentage

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The Prize

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Take home this lovely necklace from Papua New Guinea in Indonesia.

It is handmade, embroidered with shells on a crocheted base made of natural fiber. The closure is made of multiple strings of precious cowrie shells that the wearer ties in a knot at the back of the neck.

This type of necklace has been worn since ancient times by the Papua people to embellish their body and show their success.

Natural shells have always played a crucial role in the ceremonies and traditions of Papua. With their strong mythological significance they were considered the tie between the human and spiritual world, bringing fertility and well-being.

In the past, shells were run along long Asian Pacific routes, used as elements of exchange and value to create ties and relationships between people.

Dimensions: 66 x 66 cm

This amulet is part of a special collection of handcrafted goods from Indonesia, closed in splendid solid wood frames.

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The Cause

TIMETOLOVE Onlus was founded in April 2015 in Brescia by Giacomo Maiolini, creator of Time Records. Its main objective is to support various social solidarity projects—assistance to healthcare programs for women and children in developing countries, as well as the promotion of art and culture.

TIMETOLOVE does not receive public financing but bases its activity on raising funds and goods that are donated to charities thanks to the generosity of supporters worldwide.

Numerous ambassadors endorse the project with enthusiasm and passion. Important Italian music, culture, art and sports figures act as testimonials of the initiative, including: Albertino, Ambra Angiolini, Fabio Caressa, Alessandro Cattelan, David Guetta, Fisichella, Jovanotti, Linus, Cristina Parodi, Pirlo, Renga, Renzo Rosso, Bob Sinclar, and Fabio Volo. Great support is also received from doctors and healthcare workers.

The foundation employs various instruments to reach its objectives, including working with Italian and international public and private institutions to promote instruction in developing countries. Additionally, TIMETOLOVE also has collaborative projects with universities, medical-scientific companies and schools of specialization for raising awareness and consequently, cooperation.

TIMETOLOVE Onlus carefully reviews each project in detail before committing to it.

Website

timetolove.it

Item #L3262

In condition as donated.
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