The African beaded head bronze orange blue embodies the radiant elegance and richness of traditional Bamileke artistry. Covered with hundreds of hand-applied golden beads, this sculpture captures light and enlivens the space with its warm and contrasting tones. Touches of pure white and vibrant orange bring balance and energy, making this beaded head a true statement piece in any refined interior.
A prestigious object between ritual and decor
Once reserved for kings and dignitaries of the Bamileke kingdom, beaded heads stood in sacred spaces as symbols of authority and wisdom. Today, they bring their timeless power into refined interiors as striking and meaningful art pieces.
Handmade
Sculpted in terracotta and fully beaded by hand, each head requires hours of meticulous, patient work. Every bead is placed using ancestral techniques, giving each piece its own rhythm, visual power, and uniqueness.
Symbolism
Bamileke beaded heads embody power, spiritual protection, and royal status. Formerly guardians of sacred places, they carry deep symbolic meaning and cultural refinement. These memory-filled objects connect tradition, spirituality, and beauty.
Visual energy of the beaded head bronze orange blue
With its bronze base enhanced by vibrant Majorelle blue and orange, this beaded head exudes grounded, radiant energy. The bold contrast of warm and vivid tones evokes inner strength, clarity, and quiet authority. It offers a masculine, spiritual, and refined presence, ideal for interiors that speak with character and subtle power.
Ethical & sustainable
Handcrafted in Cameroon, each piece honors ancestral craftsmanship and ensures fair compensation for artisans, following an ethical and sustainable approach.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
• Type: decorative sculpture
• Materials: terracotta, glass beads
• Height: approx. 11″ – 28 cm
• Weight: 1.5 to 2 kg
• Color: bronze, blue Majorelle, orange, silver
• Care: dust gently with a soft cloth, avoid direct sunlight
• Placement: display on a mantelpiece, nightstand, coffee table, bookshelf or console