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Large Bicone Recycled Glass Bead – African Trade Bead from Ghana
Large Bicone Recycled Glass Bead – African Trade Bead from Ghana
Large Bicone Recycled Glass Bead – Authentic Ghana Krobo Bead
Discover the striking beauty and traditional craftsmanship of this large bicone-shaped recycled glass bead, meticulously handmade by artisans in Kroboland, Ghana. Crafted from new Indian chevron seed beads, this bead is transformed using age-old techniques into a vibrant and bold piece ideal for collectors, jewelry designers, and lovers of African trade beads.
- Size: 33 x 33 mm
This stunning bead is in excellent condition and a rare find due to its unique method of creation and bold size. Each bead is a one-of-a-kind artwork, bearing the heritage and artistry of African glasswork.
Fused Glass Technique from Kroboland, Ghana
These recycled glass beads, also known as Krobo beads, are created through a traditional process deeply rooted in Ghanaian culture. Unlike crushed glass beads, this technique utilizes whole new seed beads in this case, Indian chevrons which are carefully placed into handmade clay molds. These molds are then heated in firewood kilns until the glass fuses into a singular, large bead. The result is a colorful and durable bead that carries both beauty and history.
Trade beads like these have played a vital role in the economic and cultural exchanges across Africa for centuries. Today, they are not only symbols of artistry but also of sustainable practices and cross-cultural legacy.
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