Minaret
DESCRIPTION
A minaret is a feature of Islamic architecture and is the place from where the call to prayer is sent out five times a day. It is usually a lofty, slender, tower or turret attached to a mosque, surrounded by or furnished with one or more balconies.
The Minaret comprises of a self-supporting vessel that is inspired by the balconies, turrets and spires of a minaret. Interconnected peyote woven spiked waves surround the body alluding to the balcony of a minaret. Little bumps provide texture to the body. The lid is the spire of the minaret and is given shape by weaving around a wooden form. The entire vessel is embellished either on the surface or through the use of different coloured beads to showcase the ornate beauty and intricacy of Islamic design.
DIMENSIONS
Vessel width : 9cm (3.5")
Vessel Height : 21cm (8.25")
Difficulty
Advanced
Techniques
Peyote
Cubic Right Angle Weave
Pre-requisite
Peyote
Cubic Right Angle Weave
Prep work is required
Please note the basics for the above stitches are not covered in class
Duration
4 days (3 hours per day) plus 1 day (1 hour) Prep briefing
Kits
Mandatory