Amazonian Beaded Belt
Belt, band
Waiwai people, Wayana people, Amazon region, Brazil, Suriname
Glass beads, cotton
Length: 72 cm, width: 10 cm
Mid 20th century
Beaded belt or band from the Waiwai or Wayana peoples of the Amazon region (Brazil–Suriname), dating to the mid-20th century. Made with red, white, and blue glass beads on a cotton base.
The design shows repeating geometric patterns like stylized frog motifs and a continuous meander.
€ 650
