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Beaded Fashion Figures

Paired figures celebrating adornment, status, and cultural identity.

Beaded fashion figures

Object details

Region: East Africa
Period: 20th century
Materials: Wood, beads, fibers, pigment
Dimensions: H 48 cm, W 22 cm (pair)
Collection ID: AmAA-JF-0305

Beadwork and textile elements communicate lineage and social standing. The paired composition reflects a ceremonial or commemorative role, with surfaces layered in dense ornament.

The figures preserve traditional patterns while revealing individual craftsmanship through the placement of beads and shell details.