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Powder Glass Krobo Beads Imitating Czech Flower Trade Beads
Powder Glass Krobo Beads Imitating Czech Flower Trade Beads
Powder Glass Krobo Beads Imitating Old Czech Flower Trade Beads
Discover the timeless beauty of these handmade Powder Glass African trade beads from Kroboland, Ghana. This striking strand features a harmonious color palette and design inspired by antique Bohemian/Czech flower glass trade beads now masterfully recreated by the Krobo artisans in West Africa using sustainable, recycled materials.
- Length of strand: approx. 26 1/4" (67 cm)
- Bead size: approx. 10 mm in diameter
These eco-conscious Ghana glass beads are made from recycled glass bottles and other discarded glass items. The glass is crushed into fine powder, poured into hand-crafted clay molds, and then fired in kilns using traditional techniques passed down for generations. The result is a gorgeous strand of recycled beads with vibrant color and historic character ideal for jewelry makers, collectors, or anyone passionate about African artistry.
The technique used is known as the "core design" or "mold-inlaid" powder glass method, a cherished beadmaking tradition by the Krobo people of Ghana. These methods date back centuries and reflect the importance of African trade beads in cultural storytelling, ceremonial use, and long-distance commerce throughout West Africa and beyond. Each bead is not only a work of art, but a piece of living history.
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