L x Diam (Diameter is of largest bead): 6.6 x 2.6 cm (2 5/8 x 1 in.)
Type:
Jewelry
Geography:
Mauritania
Description:
Necklace of ebony beads with inlaid silver wire. The central bead is large and spherical with two sets of parallel silver bands and stylized and looped triangle inlay. The rest of the beads (34) are gently biconical with two parallel bands of silver inlay and the same looped triangle inlay. Hook closure.
Provenance:
Marian Johnson, purchased in Dakar, Senegal, 1963-late 20th century to 2012
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