Artwork Types > Beadwork

Beadwork

Visual works comprising designs, patterns, or other arrangements of beads, typically stringed or attached to textile supports.

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Works of Art

Elephant Mask (Bamileke Peoples)

19th century

Ceremonial robe (agbádá ìlèkè), Yoruba artist

late 19th–early 20th century

Beaded collar (ingqosha), Xhosa artist, South Africa

early to mid-20th century

Married Woman’s Apron (itjogolo or ijogolo), Ndebele peoples

1920–40

Marilyn Spoon, Bandolier Bag

2020

Paukeigope (Kiowa), Cradleboard

late 19th century

Thethana, South Sotho artist

20th century

Headdress (Cheyenne or Lakota)

late 19th–early 20th century

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