Swahili. Beaded Strip, early 20th century. Silver, white, red and green beads with fringe, 26 3/4 x 2 1/4 in. (67.9 x 5.7 cm). Gift of Lucy Addoms, 30.1232. Creative Commons-BY.

Beaded Strip

early 20th century

Swahili

Arts of Africa

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Maker/Artist: Swahili
Classification: Accessories
Formatted Medium: Silver, white, red and green beads with fringe
Medium: silver, white, red, green, beads, fringe
Locations: Place made: Tanzania
Dimensions: 26 3/4 x 2 1/4 in. (67.9 x 5.7 cm)
Departments: Arts of Africa
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Beaded Strip

Swahili

Arts of Africa

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