Necklace from the ASHANTI, Ghana, 2nd half of the 20th century

Necklace from the Ashanti from Ghana. The pendant is in the form of an openwork tube made of a metal alloy and decorated with geometric patterns and the twisted circles known to be work of the Ashanti. The necklace consists of 13 braided strands of polyester and a single metal ring and the closure in the neck.

Length measured all around on the outside: approx. 56 cm
Weight: 42.5 grams
Origin: Ghana
Date: 2nd half 20th century
Provenance: Obtained in situ by Peter Beaujean