A crescent-shaped necklace hanging from two dark straps. It features a cluster of bright, multi-patterned round buttons above a dense, cascading fringe of purple and blue cylindrical beads.

Wax print button bib necklace

Artist Aisha Ayensu (Ghanaian, born 1985)

Mediumwax print fabric, ribbon, sequins

DimensionsOverall (excludes ribbon): 7 x 8 in. (17.78 x 20.32 cm)

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineOn loan from Dr. Christopher Richards

Object numberL2025.4.2

Collections

AFRICAN

Visual DescriptionA crescent-shaped necklace hanging from two dark straps. It features a cluster of bright, multi-patterned round buttons above a dense, cascading fringe of purple and blue cylindrical beads.

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