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Karaweweng
LOCAL NAME:
Karaweweng
ENGLISH NAME:
Necklace
DESCRIPTION:
The necklace is a traditional adornment worn by Ga'dang women, crafted from vibrant beads adorned with cowrie shells and coins.
COMMONLY USED BY/IN:
Ga’dang, Paracelis, Mountain Province
MATERIAL COMPOSITION:
Silver coins, Thread, Beads, Cowrie shells
ITEM CONSTRUCTION:
Beadwork
DIMENSIONS:
Number of shells: 116
Number of coins: 21
Net of beads:
Length: 37.5 cm
Width: 13.5 cm
Necklace Length: 54 cm
ACQUISITION YEAR:
2021
RESEARCH DATA:
The karaweweng has an intricate web of embroidered beads, accentuated by cowrie shells, old coins, and bells. It is typically worn draped at the back or over the shoulder, supported by a single strand of larger beads at the front for balance.
REFERENCES:
Anderson, E.M. (2010). In the Shape of Tradition Indigenous Art of the Northern Philippines. Netherlands: Zwartenkot Art Books.
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