Beading Collection (#5)

War Shirt, 1830 / 40. Creator: Unknown
War Shirt, 1830/40. Shirt made of deer hide, decorated with ermine tails, glass pony beads, hair, porcupine quills and trade cloth. Upper Missouri River Tribe

Tobacco Bag, 1860 / 1890. Creator: Unknown
Tobacco Bag, 1860/1890. Leather bag decorated with porcupine quills, beads, shell and feathers. Dakota, Central Plains or Northern Plains

Basket, England, c. 1645. Creator: Unknown
Basket, England, c. 1645. Metal basket with figures of people and animals, carried out in beadwork

Needlework, England, 1698. Creator: Unknown
Needlework, England, 1698. King and queen with animals, birds, flowers and insects. In the centre is a cartouche with a man fishing in a river, fountain below

Picture (Beaded), England, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Picture (Beaded), England, 19th century. Farmyard with turkey, chickens and ducks

Two Bead Chains, Italy, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Two Bead Chains, Italy, 19th century

Picture, England, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Picture, England, 18th/19th century. Woman in cartouche with beadwork flowers

Needlework (Depicting the Five Senses), England, 1601 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Needlework (Depicting the Five Senses), England, 1601/25

Basket Insert, England, 1662. Creator: Unknown
Basket Insert, England, 1662

Needlework (Depicting the Four Seasons), England, c. 1660. Creator: Unknown
Needlework (Depicting the Four Seasons), England, c. 1660

Picture (Needlework), England, 1666. Creator: Unknown
Picture (Needlework), England, 1666. King Charles II of England on his throne with the word King in beadwork above, courtiers, lion, mermaid, palace, trees, birds and flowers

Dressing Box Depicting the Finding of Moses and Scenes from Abraham and Hagar, c. 1668
Dressing Box Depicting the Finding of Moses and Scenes from Abraham and Hagar, England, c. 1668

Bag (Beaded), France, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Bag (Beaded), France, 18th century

Bag, Europe, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Bag, Europe, 1875/1900

Childs Cap, Europe, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Childs Cap, Europe, 19th century

Necklace, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Alfred H. Smith
Necklace, 1935/1942

Smoking Cap, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Alvin Shiren
Smoking Cap, 1935/1942

Fragment, Italy, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment, Italy, 18th century

Pair of Moccasins, Plains, c. 1885. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Moccasins, Plains, c. 1885

Dance Skirt and Apron, 1850 / 60. Creator: Unknown
Dance Skirt and Apron, 1850/60. Yurok or Hupa, Northern California coast, United States

Beaded Necklace with Bar Pendant, A. D. 300 / 700. Creator: Unknown
Beaded Necklace with Bar Pendant, A.D. 300/700

Beaded Necklace with Three Celt Pendants, A. D. 300 / 700. Creator: Unknown
Beaded Necklace with Three Celt Pendants, A.D. 300/700

String of Beads, 4th-5th century. Creator: Unknown
String of Beads, 4th-5th century

Necklace with a Pendant Depicting a Large Fish Eating a Smaller Fish, 200 B. C. / A. D. 200
Necklace with a Pendant Depicting a Large Fish Eating a Smaller Fish, 200 B.C./A.D. 200

Necklace, 200 B. C. / A. D. 200. Creator: Unknown
Necklace, 200 B.C./A.D. 200

Necklace, c. 800 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Necklace, c. 800 B.C

Necklace Strung with Shell and Ceramic Beads, c. 10th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Necklace Strung with Shell and Ceramic Beads, c. 10th/16th century

Miniature Stirrup-Spout Vessel, A. D. 1100 / 1470. Creator: Unknown
Miniature Stirrup-Spout Vessel, A.D. 1100/1470

Necklace Strung with Indigenous and Imported Beads, c. 10th / 16th century
Necklace Strung with Indigenous and Imported Beads, c. 10th/16th century

Bag, North America, c. 1839. Creator: Unknown
Bag, North America, c. 1839

Pair of Childs Moccasins, Plains, c. 1885. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Childs Moccasins, Sioux Plains, c. 1885

Pair of Moccasins, Santee Sioux Plains, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Moccasins, Santee Sioux Plains, 1875/1900

Panel, United States, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Panel, United States, 1875/1900

Pair of childs moccasins, Plains, possibly Sioux, c. 1885. Creator: Unknown
Pair of childs moccasins, Plains, possibly Sioux, c. 1885

Necklace, 200 B. C. / A. D. 800. Creator: Unknown
Necklace, 200 B.C./A.D. 800

Needlepoint and Beadwork Square, c. 1937. Creator: Erwin Schwabe
Needlepoint and Beadwork Square, c. 1937

Pincushion, c. 1936. Creator: Erwin Schwabe
Pincushion, c. 1936

Royal Cap (Orikogbofo), Nigeria, 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Royal Cap (Orikogbofo), Nigeria, 20th century

Royal Cap (Orikogbofo), Nigeria, Early / mid-20th century. Creator: Unknown
Royal Cap (Orikogbofo), Nigeria, Early/mid-20th century

Belt (Yeemy Mambolmashet), Democratic Republic of the Congo, 19th century

Pendant Belt (Nkody Mupaap), Democratic Republic of the Congo, 19th century

Pendant, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Pendant, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 19th century

Necklace, Ancient Egypt, 1st century BCE-1st century CE. Creator: Unknown
Necklace, Ancient Egypt, 1st century BCE-1st century CE

Mummy Net with Amulets, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 23-25 (818-656 BCE)

Bead Net Mummy Shroud, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Bead Net Mummy Shroud, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE)

Beaded Purse, c. 1940. Creator: Stella Mosher
Beaded Purse, c. 1940

Amulet of a Heart, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Heart, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE)

Beaded Bag, c. 1936. Creator: James McLellan
Beaded Bag, c. 1936

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Beading: A Cultural Journey" Embark on a captivating journey through the Southwest, where American Indian art and handicrafts flourish. Admire the intricate beadwork adorning a Navajo blanket, showcasing the rich heritage of this ancient craft. Marvel at the beauty of a turquoise necklace, symbolizing both elegance and spirituality in Native American culture. Venturing further into Africa, witness young Maasai girls as they skillfully decorate their faces with ochre, an age-old tradition that signifies their coming of age. Travel back to the 1960s and meet an old Kikuyu lady picking coffee while adorned in traditional beaded attire - a testament to her deep-rooted connection to her tribe's customs. Delve into Kenya's Pokot community next, encountering a proud warrior wearing striking beaded ornaments unique to his tribe. These pastoralists speak Southern Nilotic languages and celebrate joyously during Atelo ceremonies, as exemplified by a Pokot man leaping high amidst cheering young women. Continuing our exploration across cultures, we encounter Himba women from Namibia who gracefully adorn themselves with anklets - an integral part of their identity and cultural expression. Return once more to Southwest America for classic Navajo beadwork necklaces that showcase exquisite craftsmanship passed down through generations. Witness how even young Pokot girls proudly wear traditional broad necklaces made from hollow reed grass denoting their uninitiated status within their pastoralist society. Uncover another facet of Pokot culture as two unmarried girls display ornate beaded ornaments signifying their singlehood. Finally, travel beyond borders to Dubai's bustling Souk market where vibrant beaded women's dresses catch your eye - blending Middle Eastern flair with global influences. Conclude our journey in Sudan among Nuer tribeswomen whose colorful beads reflect not only style but also cultural significance.