Fulani glass beads - Fulani - Mali

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Fulani glass beads, two strands of approximately 100 beads each, originating from Mali and linked to the Fulani culture, originally produced in Bohemia in the 1960s–70s and collected in Mali in the late 1990s.

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Two ropes of apprx. 100 glass beads each. These beads were originally produced in Bohemia (Czech rep.) in the 1960-70`s) and were exported primalily to Mali where they were very in fasion with the Fulani-people. Also called "wedding beads ", because these beads were donated during marriages. (Dim.; 19 x 12 mm.) Somes scratches are visible on these beads, due to their intense use. Very diverse designs and colours. Collected in Mali in the late 1990`s.

Two ropes of apprx. 100 glass beads each. These beads were originally produced in Bohemia (Czech rep.) in the 1960-70`s) and were exported primalily to Mali where they were very in fasion with the Fulani-people. Also called "wedding beads ", because these beads were donated during marriages. (Dim.; 19 x 12 mm.) Somes scratches are visible on these beads, due to their intense use. Very diverse designs and colours. Collected in Mali in the late 1990`s.

Details

Number of objects
2
Ethnic group/ culture
Fulani
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Glass beads
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Fulani glass beads
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
940
Objects sold
100%
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