Bodom Akosu (Akoso) Powderglass beads from West Africa Y24_0085
A set of 3 powderglass beads from Ghana. These are of newer, 1900s production, approx 19x20x20mm, hole size 4-7mm
These beads are in very good condition, but they have traveled far and wide, and some wear, such as nicks, scratches, and chips, is expected.
Made by skillful artisans, mostly in Ghana, these beautiful beads are a newer production of the famous antique powderglass Bodom/Amosu (Akoso) beads. There are by now at least three generations of reproductions. The new beads are beautiful, but are never quite the same as the antique beads they are trying to recreate. Yet, a piece of art of their own, they are a beautiful addition to a bead collection and are great for statement jewelry design.
Antique Bodom and Akosu (Akoso) beads are shrouded in mystery. These beads are made of powder glass. It is believed that most of these antique beads surviving today date to the 1800s, although there are reports of them being made much earlier. Found mostly in Ghana and Togo, they are believed to have been reserved for the Royals. The exact method of their production has been lost. In the 20th century, The authentic antique Bodon and Akoso beads became increasingly rare.
An excellent book is available as a reference for these beads: ISBN 9780692907108.
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Weights and sizes are approximate.
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