4 Strands Swirl Glass Beads India JK BROWN COLLECTION
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140871
$79.00
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| Made In | India |
|---|---|
| Traded In | Africa |
| Approximate Age | 20th century |
| Overall Condition | Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners. Small chips, corrosion, and pitting are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. |
| Strand Length | 32 inches (including string/raffia). |
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Style | Beaded |
| Type | Strand of beads |
Provenance: From the JK Brown Collection:
Kathie and Jerry Brown have been collecting trade beads for more than 50 years. They had a business selling them for many years, called “Thunder and Lightning.” According to Jerry, “Kathie was the lightning, and I was the thunder!”
Their collecting began in 1967 when they met a Peace Corps volunteer who was selling his collection to finance a school for African children - and the Browns bought it all. Over the years, they've amassed thousands of strands of Venetian and other European trade beads, as well as made-in-Africa beds and jewelry. They sold at Mountain Man rendezvous and other events. Africa Direct is very proud to be the new owners of this extraordinary collection.