Necklace - 2012.62.70_1_3K

2012.62.70_1_3K

Necklace

Maker: Unidentified artist
Medium:Silver, plastic, glass, string, cotton
Geography: Possibly Niamey, Niger
Date: 1960s
Dimensions:
0.7 x 25.7 x 9 cm
Object number: 2012.62.70
Credit Line: This acquisition was made possible with the generous support of the Louise Hawley Stone Charitable Trust Fund
Not on view
Description

Glass bead and silver necklace acquired in Niamey but probably originating from elsewhere. The silver pendant is cast thin in an elaborate geometric pattern with lots of negative spaces. The pendant is attached to a string of black glass beads and surrounded by strings of colourful glass beads.

Collection:
Global Africa
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