Ghana Brass Filligree Beads
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Ghana Brass Filigree is a type of metalwork that is defined by the twisting and shaping of thin metal into artistic motifs. In fact, the word filigree is commonly believed to be derived from the latin word filum meaning thread since filigree items are often made by shaping metal wires through twisting and soldering them together into elaborate patterns. This style of design can be applied in many different contexts but has been popularized in the creation of jewelry items including pendants, brooches, earrings, crosses, and beads.
Filigree jewelry has a long history throughout many regions. In the ancient world Etruscans and Greeks extensively used filigree techniques as did the Phoenicians, Romans, and Scythians. Similarly, the Indians, Byzantines, Moors, and Northern Europeans of the Medieval Period also used Filigree in their artistic work. Different metals were used including gold, silver, and brass.
Ghana Brass Filigree Beads are made by lost-wax metal casting to resemble metalwork made by the filigree technique. The lost-wax method has been used in West Africa for nearly one thousand years for making different decorative items including sculptures and jewelry. This process involves creating a mold from wax or clay and then pouring molten metal to cast it into a desired shape or pattern. Due to the flexibility of this technique, many different size and shape beads can be designed and crafted. This makes Ghana Brass Filigree Beads a versatile addition to any jewelry or beading project!
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