• Handmade Ashanti Brass Bead Strand from Ghana, 20.5" - TribalGH
  • Brass beads handmade Ashanti Akan lost wax African trade Ghana bronze casting - Tribalgh
  • Brass beads handmade Ashanti Akan lost wax African trade Ghana bronze casting - Tribalgh
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Handmade Ashanti Brass Bead Strand from Ghana, 20.5" - TribalGH

Handmade Ashanti Brass Bead Strand from Ghana, 20.5" - TribalGH

$19.45 USD
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Exquisite Handmade Ghanaian Brass Beads

Discover the timeless elegance of our handmade brass beads, crafted with precision by the skilled artisans of the Ashanti people in Ghana, Africa. Each bead on this stunning strand is shaped using the ancient lost wax technique, ensuring a piece rich in cultural heritage and uniqueness.

Dimensions:

  • Strand Length: Approximately 20 1/2 inches (52 cm) from bead to bead
  • Bead Size: 24 - 26 mm in length and 11 - 12 mm in diameter

YOUR STRAND WILL BE IDENTICAL TO THE STRAND SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPH (GIVEN NORMAL VARIATION SINCE THESE BEADS ARE ALL COMPLETELY HANDMADE).

Each mold is uniquely crafted and destroyed post-production, making every bead a testament to the artisan's skill and dedication to preserving a traditional craft.

About the Lost Wax Technique

The lost wax casting process, a hallmark of African metallurgical art, has been practiced for centuries to create detailed and complex metal works. The artisans of Ghana, particularly those from the Ashanti region, have perfected this technique to produce decorative and functional brass artifacts, imbued with cultural significance and aesthetic beauty.

Historical and Cultural Significance

Ghanaian brass beads are more than just adornments; they are bearers of history and identity, often used in ceremonies and as symbols of status and heritage. This strand represents not only aesthetic beauty but also a connection to the rich traditions and spiritual life of the Ghanaian people.

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