Beaded Jewelry Collection

An old Kikuyu lady picks coffee Taken in the 1960 s, this photograph depicts a traditional form of dress and ear ornaments among Kikuyu women, which has completely disappeared

Almost every Himba woman wears anklets. They comprise strands of homemade metal beads threaded onto leather. Women cover their bodies in red ochre mixed with butterfat

A Samburu warrior resplendent with long, braided, Ochred hair. The round ear ornaments of the warriors are fashioned from ivory

Two young Datoga boys. The youngest wears metal bells around his ankles to ensure that he does not wander far from home without his mother or another member of the family hearing him

A young Datoga boy attired in beads. The metal bells worn around his ankles ensure that he does not wander far from home without his mother or another member of the family hearing him

A Himba woman in traditional attire. Her body gleams from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs. Her long hair is styled in the traditional Himba way

Two Mursi men with singular hairstyles play a game of bau as a young boy watches them. Most men possess rifles to protect their families from hostile neighbours

A Wa-Arusha warrior carries home a yoke. His brown necklace is made from aromatic wood. The Wa-Arusha are closely related to the Msai and speak the same _maa language

A Turkana woman, typically wearing many layers of bead necklaces and a series of hooped earrings with an pair of leaf-shaped earrrings at the front, sits in the entrance to her hut

Dressed in his black goatskin cloak, a Samburu boy puts his bundle of sticks, staves and gum on the roof of his mothers house

A Msai woman in traditional attire. The preponderance of white glass beads in her ornaments denotes that she is from the Kisongo section of the Msai, the largest clan group

Msai youth with decorated face
Black clothing and the intricate white patterns on the face of this Msai youth of the Kisongo section signify his recent circumcision

Young Datoga man in a well
A young Datoga man helps to draw water for his familys livestock from a well on the east side of Lake Manyara. All young men wear strings of twisted yellow and light blue beads round their waists

A Himba mother and baby son relax outside their dome-shaped home. Their bodies gleam from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs

A proud Samburu mother of two recently circumcised boys wears briefly their bird skin headdresses round her neck after they discard them during the lmuget loolbaa ceremony (the ceremony of the arrows)

A young Samburu boy sucks marrow straight from the leg bone of a cow. Marrow is a much sought-after delicacy. During every Samburu ceremony

A Samburu mother shaves her sons head outside her home the day before he is circumcised. Round her neck hangs his nchipi - the distinctive decoration of every boy who participates in the circumcision

Mothers rub animal fat into their sons cloaks to make them supple. This task is performed shortly before the boys set out on an arduous journey to collect sticks, staves and gum to make bows

Up to a year before his circumcision, a Samburu boy will style his hair in a distinctive pudding bowl shape and often rub charcoal and fat into it

A Turkana woman sitting in the doorway of her hut. Her heavy mporro braided necklace identifies her as a married woman. Typical of her tribe

Gabbra women sing and dance to celebrate a wedding. The traditional metal ornamentation on their heads is called malmal

A Samburu warrior has his Ochred hair braided by a friend. A mixture of cows urine and ashes is often rubbed into the hair first to help straighten it

A young Samburu man leads a donkey carrying the basic structure of a temporary home. The curved sticks will be tied together in a dome and covered with hides

Beaded cross-belts worn by a Laikipiak Msai elder

Elaborate headdress and body adornments worn by Samburu moran (warrior)

Mobile safari in Kenya with Samburu moran warriors as game spotters

A young Dassanech boy silhouetted against the evening sky at his settlement alongside the Omo River. Much the largest of the tribes in the Omo Valley numbering around 50, 000

A Karo man with braided hair plays a traditional stringed instrument beside the Omo River near Duss. Young men settle disputes by fighting with hippo hide whips

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Intricately woven tales of culture and tradition, it has adorned the lives of diverse communities throughout history. Transport yourself to the 1960s, where an old Kikuyu lady delicately picks coffee beans under the warm African sun, her weathered hands adorned with vibrant beads that tell stories of resilience and heritage. Venture further into Africa's tapestry of tribes, and you'll find almost every Himba woman gracefully wearing anklets that jingle with each step they take. Their ochred hair braided meticulously, a Samburu warrior stands tall and proud, his long locks intertwined with colorful beads that symbolize strength and courage. Witnessing the beauty in unity, two young Datoga boys playfully engage in a game while their attire glistens with intricate beadwork passed down through generations. Amongst them stands another young Datoga boy dressed in beads from head to toe - a testament to his cultural identity proudly displayed for all to see. A Himba woman elegantly dons traditional attire embellished with mesmerizing bead patterns as she carries on ancient customs handed down by her ancestors. Meanwhile, a Wa-Arusha warrior walks home carrying a yoke laden with life's burdens but also showcasing exquisite beadwork that speaks volumes about his tribe's craftsmanship. Traveling across vast landscapes brings us face-to-face with the captivating allure of diversity. A Turkana woman radiates grace as she adorns herself in beaded jewelry intricately designed to reflect her rich heritage amidst challenging surroundings. In Ethiopia's Mursi tribe, two men showcase singular hairstyles while engaging in friendly competition - their heads adorned not only by nature but also by carefully crafted beadwork representing their individuality within community bonds. Cloaked in black goatskin garments signifying prestige and authority, one can't help but marvel at how even such regal figures embrace the power of beaded adornments. Further east lies Afar, where girls with attractive hairstyles adorned with beads celebrate their coming of age.