Maasai Square Necklace
Maasai Square Necklace
13-15" x 4-4.5" x 3-5"
These colorful handmade pieces have been expertly hand beaded by the skillful Maasai people where beadwork has been an important part of Maasai culture for many years. Maasai women set aside time everyday to meet, converse and work on beaded jewelry which include necklaces, bracelets and pendants. All of the tribes’ beadwork is made by the women but is worn by both women and men.
Each colorful bead represents a different aspect of the Maasai culture: Bravery, (red), Energy (blue), Purity (white), Nourishment (green), Warmth & Generosity (orange), Cycle of Life (yellow ), and Black represents the color of the people and daily struggles - their unity and harmony.
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21.5”
These are truly one of a kind pieces, expertly hand beaded by the skillful Maasai people. Up to ten of these at any one time are worn by the Maasai women and are designed to bounce rhythmically when they dance. Known for their vibrant dress and colorful beadwork, each color bead represents a different aspect of the Maasai culture: Bravery, (red), Energy (blue), Purity (white), Nourishment (green), Warmth & Generosity (orange), Cycle of Life (yellow ), and Black represents the color of the people and daily struggles - their unity and harmony.
20” x 20” x 12”
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The Wanderlane Wool Collection explores a unique mix of wool felt and natural fibres. Modern and simplistic design merges vibrant ethnicity inspired by the South African landscape and diverse cultures. These pieces are handmade from Merino wool and Karakul ethically sourced and produced in South Africa. The addition of silk and other natural fibers wonderfully transforms the felt to reveal a surprising and luxurious textures. Our Wanderlane Wool Collection is part of an all women’s collective supporting & training local artisans to create innovative sustainable products.
Please note that many of our handmade items are one of a kind, perfectly imperfect, vintage and have indigenous decorative repair work which we believe adds to the intrinsic value and beauty of the items. No two items are exactly the same.