Ngoni Necklace - Malawi

Necklaces of a single strand or cord such as this example would most often have been worn as just one of a multitude of necklaces, each piece making its visual contribution to a fantastic display of color and pattern. The beading here has been applied with great care, flowing over the cord in a twisting, helical fashion. Two thicker, cylindrical elements punctuate the necklace’s silhouette and act as focus points, both showing diamond motifs of pink and white on black.

Late 19th century
Glass beads
Circum: 32 in
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Item Number:
692
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