Ceremonial sugar dolls that were once the highlight of festivities to celebrate the Prophet Mohammad's birthday (al-Mawlid) in Egypt. Menhat Helmy's etchings are a reminder of the long-lost tradition.
Sugar Dolls
Ceremonial sugar dolls that were once the highlight of festivities to celebrate the Prophet Mohammad's birthday (al-Mawlid) in Egypt. Menhat Helmy's etchings are a reminder of the long-lost tradition.