20th C. Indian Naga Rosary Pea Necklaces
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**Originally Listed At $150**
Central Asia, India, Naga culture, ca. mid-20th century CE. A pair of light, red and black beaded necklaces made with dozens of rosary peas (Abrus precatorius). The Naga people are a combination of tribes in northeastern India and northwestern Burma; during the time that this necklace was made, they still led a very traditional lifestyle and engaged in headhunting. Each is: 40" L (101.6 cm)
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
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#142491
Central Asia, India, Naga culture, ca. mid-20th century CE. A pair of light, red and black beaded necklaces made with dozens of rosary peas (Abrus precatorius). The Naga people are a combination of tribes in northeastern India and northwestern Burma; during the time that this necklace was made, they still led a very traditional lifestyle and engaged in headhunting. Each is: 40" L (101.6 cm)
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#142491
Condition
Both are in excellent condition. Seeds are potentially harmful so please do not ingest.
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20th C. Indian Naga Rosary Pea Necklaces
Estimate $100 - $150
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PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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