The triangle, orPembetatu in Swahili, decorates the painted faces of young Maasai boys on their journey into adulthood and features silver charms that hang from beaded adornments worn by Maasai women.
Symbols are a visual representation of philosophy, and the triangle is used to convey balance. We dedicate this collection to the Pembetatu to symbolize our hopes of balancing the preservation of traditional Maasai beadwork with bringing a contemporary aesthetic to our designs.
Handmade by Maasai Women in Arusha, Tanzania, with Glass beads and blocks of 24K gold plated glass beads attached to a 14k gold fill earring post.
Product Details:
Materials: Glass Beads, Blocks of 24K Gold Plated Glass Beads attached to 14k Gold Fill Earring Post.
Colour: Pink, Gold, Black & Taupe
Size: 2.54 cm long pendant & 8.9 cm tassels
Ethically handmade
Sustainable
This piece provides economic opportunity for Maasai women. They produce unique, high-quality beaded designs using the traditional techniques of their tribe. Their unique jewellery celebrates and preserves Maasai beading techniques while elevating their methods, giving them a contemporary aesthetic appeal.
