designer teddy moissant has created a selection of custom made ‘tribu marabout de ficelle’ mirrors, which draw upon traditional tribal clothing. each design uses individual pieces of wire, placed one by one, in order emulate the cultural headwear sets seen in different ethnic groups. 

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‘marabout de ficelle’ N°2 – ø 15cm

 

 

 

teddy moissant has simplified distinct tribal wear into six decorative designs, allowing one to see themselves in a vary of different headdresses. the colorful embellishments add a soulful layer to an ordinary furniture piece, reflecting a wilder more spiritual side to whoever stands in front of these festive mirrors. 

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‘marabout de ficelle’ N°3 – ø 15cm – 

teddy moissant tribu marabout de ficelle tribe mirror designboom
‘marabout de ficelle’ N°4 – ø 20cm 

tribu marabout de ficelle tribe mirror designboom
‘marabout de ficelle’ N°5 – ø 15cm 

tribu marabout de ficelle tribe mirror designboom
‘marabout de ficelle’ N°6 – ø 20cm 

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detail

tribu marabout de ficelle tribe mirror designboom
the mirrors allow one to see themselves in a vary of different headdresses 

tribu marabout de ficelle tribe mirror designboom
the mirrors use cork and wire embellishments 

tribu marabout de ficelle tribe mirror designboom
fringe detail

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sketches

 

 

 

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edited by: hollie smith | designboom