大きなビーズのカラー／胸甲 – カンバ族 – ケニア – ガラスとプラスチックのビーズ (No reserve price)
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Large beaded collar or breastplate from Kenya, made for the Kamba people with glass and plastic beads, approx. 26 cm outer diameter and 10 cm inner opening, dating from the second half of the 20th century, collected in situ, in good condition, authentic/original.
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Large beaded collar / breastplate – Kamba – Kenya – glass and plastic beads
Details
Origin: Kenya
People: Kamba
Type: Beaded collar / breastplate
Material(s): Glass beads, plastic beads, fibre, hide / vegetal structure
Dimensions: approx. 26 cm outer diameter, approx. 10 cm inner opening
Period: second half of the 20th century
Provenance: collected in situ by the present owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
A fine Kamba beaded collar or breastplate from Kenya.
Objects of this type belong to the rich beadwork traditions of East Africa, where colour, rhythm and structure play an important role in personal adornment and visual identity. They were worn as striking body ornaments, combining decorative presence with a carefully built construction.
This example is especially appealing for its large circular form and its beautiful chromatic balance. The main field is composed of deep blue bead rows, bordered by pale grey to light violet beads, creating a strong and elegant contrast.
The collar is built in concentric rows, held together by vegetal or fibre elements. The composition has a strong graphic quality, with a central opening, radiating structure and small transverse supports that give the piece both flexibility and architectural clarity.
The surface shows age, wear and small irregularities consistent with use. These details give the object a strong ethnographic presence and enhance its visual authenticity.
A very attractive Kamba beaded collar, appreciated for its sculptural circular form, deep blue colour, rhythmic beadwork and strong decorative impact.
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear, small losses, abrasions, fibre wear, irregularities and age-related marks consistent with use.
Some old ties and structural elements visible.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The beaded collar only.
The display stand visible in the photographs is not included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Large beaded collar / breastplate – Kamba – Kenya – glass and plastic beads
Details
Origin: Kenya
People: Kamba
Type: Beaded collar / breastplate
Material(s): Glass beads, plastic beads, fibre, hide / vegetal structure
Dimensions: approx. 26 cm outer diameter, approx. 10 cm inner opening
Period: second half of the 20th century
Provenance: collected in situ by the present owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
A fine Kamba beaded collar or breastplate from Kenya.
Objects of this type belong to the rich beadwork traditions of East Africa, where colour, rhythm and structure play an important role in personal adornment and visual identity. They were worn as striking body ornaments, combining decorative presence with a carefully built construction.
This example is especially appealing for its large circular form and its beautiful chromatic balance. The main field is composed of deep blue bead rows, bordered by pale grey to light violet beads, creating a strong and elegant contrast.
The collar is built in concentric rows, held together by vegetal or fibre elements. The composition has a strong graphic quality, with a central opening, radiating structure and small transverse supports that give the piece both flexibility and architectural clarity.
The surface shows age, wear and small irregularities consistent with use. These details give the object a strong ethnographic presence and enhance its visual authenticity.
A very attractive Kamba beaded collar, appreciated for its sculptural circular form, deep blue colour, rhythmic beadwork and strong decorative impact.
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear, small losses, abrasions, fibre wear, irregularities and age-related marks consistent with use.
Some old ties and structural elements visible.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The beaded collar only.
The display stand visible in the photographs is not included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
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Good condition
作品タイトル
Large beaded collar / breastplate – Kamba – Kenya – glass and plastic beads
Authenticity
Original/official
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