Duodji

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Duodji is a traditional Sami handicraft, dating back to a time when the Sami were far more isolated from the outside world than they are today. [1] [2] [3] Duodji tools, clothing, and accessories are intended to primarily be functional, [4] [5] but may also incorporate artistic elements. [6] Some examples include knives, cases, ladies bags, wooden cups, and articles of clothing. [7] [8] Duodji items were made to be used in an everyday work environment. [9] [10]

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Drinking cup (guksi) also used for Bushcraft Kuksa 2006 09 09.JPG
Drinking cup (guksi) also used for Bushcraft
A small Sami knife (decorative picture not traditional) Samekniven.JPG
A small Sámi knife (decorative picture not traditional)

Materials used

Traditionally, Sami handicraft was divided into two sub-groups: men's and women's handicraft. [11] [12] Men used mostly wood and antlers as well as other bones from reindeer when crafting, while women used leather and roots. [13] The traditional Sami colors are red, green, blue, and yellow.

Well-known artists

Duodji artists are still active in Sapmi and still carry on the traditions of the Duodji. [14] [15] [16] Although there have been changes in the traditional Duodji, [17] [18] today they are considered valuable pieces of art by collectors from all over the world. [19] [20] [21] Some modern Duodji artists are Olov Svonni, Martin Kuorak, Anders Sunna, Lars Pirak, Per Isak Juuso, and Per Olof Utsi.

Gákti

The traditional regalia, the Gákti, is of great cultural importance [22] [23] and is mainly used for weddings, funerals, confirmations, and other cultural events. The Gákti's appearance differs from place to place and it tends to be longer in southern Sápmi than in the north. Traditionally leather, sinews, and wool were used to make the Gákti. Today, however, both velvet and silk can be used.

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