Beaded head white golden line

The African beaded head golden white reflects the serene beauty and symbolic depth of Bamileke artistry. Wrapped in hundreds of hand-applied white beads, the sculpture reveals a refined geometry highlighted by warm brown lines. This interplay of light and earth tones gives the piece its quiet strength, making it a sophisticated accent for contemporary interiors seeking meaning and elegance.

A prestigious object between ritual and decor

Traditionally displayed in royal compounds of the Bamileke kingdom, beaded heads represented authority, protection, and ancestral wisdom. Their presence marked spaces as sacred and dignified. Today, they enter modern homes as timeless art pieces that carry history, power, and cultural refinement.

Handmade

Crafted in terracotta and entirely adorned by hand, the beaded head golden white requires patient, meticulous work. Each bead is individually placed using age-old techniques that give the piece its rhythm, texture, and expressive character. No two heads are ever identical, making each sculpture a singular work of art.

Symbolism

Bamileke beaded heads symbolize power, spiritual guardianship, and elevated status. They once stood as protectors of sacred places, holding stories of lineage and memory. This piece continues to embody that heritage with its harmonious palette, structured features, and quiet sense of presence.

Visual energy of the beaded head golden white

This beaded head captivates with its soft white base contrasted by warm brown vertical and horizontal lines. The vertical line evokes ascension and inner alignment, while the circular eye markings suggest vision and intuition. Earthy tones anchor the piece in tradition, while the minimalist design speaks to contemporary aesthetics. A sculptural presence that radiates calm, balance, and cultural richness.

Ethical & sustainable

Handcrafted in Cameroon, each sculpture honors ancestral craftsmanship and supports fair, direct income for the artisans. Created in small quantities, these pieces reflect an ethical, sustainable approach that values artisanship over mass production.

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: white, gold, natural tones
• Care: dust gently with a soft cloth, avoid direct sunlight
• Placement: display on a mantelpiece, nightstand, coffee table, bookshelf, console or entryway.