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GHR-KE-1995-00004 Registered

Beadwork necklace

Maker unknown · c. 1962–1967

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Identification

Reference
GHR-KE-1995-00004
Object
Beadwork necklaceVerified
Category
Textile or costume
Maker
Unknown
Date
c. 1962–1967Estimated from style, construction or expert opinionEstimate
Made in
Not recorded
Current location
Kenya (precise location withheld)
Registered
26 Nov 1995

Physical description

Verified

Beadwork necklace, with hanging bead strands. Used in Nakuru for much of its working life.

Height
388 mm
Width
300 mm
Depth
15 mm
Weight
511 g

Method: Applicant’s measurements

Materials
Glass beads, sinew, leather
Condition
Fair — Some damage, losses or later repairs.Verified
Condition notes
Losses to the surface and one replaced component.

Provenance and custody history

Verified

Lakshmi Nair, 1971: Acquired for use in Nakuru. The Uwimana family, 1972: Received as a gift by the current custodian.

  1. c. 1962–1967
    Maker unknown Manufacture
    Made.
    EstimateSource: Specialist opinion
  2. 1971
    Lakshmi Nair Acquisition · Nakuru
    Acquired for use in Nakuru.
    VerifiedSource: Purchase receipt
  3. 1972
    The Uwimana family Gift · Nakuru
    Received as a gift by the current custodian.
    Applicant-submittedSource: Bill of sale
  4. 1995
    The Uwimana family Registration · Nakuru
    Entered on the Global Heritage Registry.
    VerifiedSource: Registry decision
Acquired by current custodian
Received as a gift, 1972Verified

Inspections and verification

No physical inspection has been carried out. Facts marked Verified were confirmed from documentary evidence.