{"product_id":"2-ancient-clay-spindle-whorls-mali-matter-collection-153850","title":"2 Ancient Clay Spindle Whorls Mali MATTER COLLECTION","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-testid=\"conversation-turn-67\" class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 gizmo:border-0 dark:border-gray-900\/50 gizmo:dark:border-0 bg-gray-50 gizmo:bg-transparent dark:bg-[#444654] gizmo:dark:bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-4 gizmo:py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 m-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 gizmo:gap-3 gizmo:md:px-5 gizmo:lg:px-1 gizmo:xl:px-5 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] gizmo:md:max-w-3xl gizmo:lg:max-w-[40rem] gizmo:xl:max-w-[48rem] xl:max-w-3xl }\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gizmo:w-full lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full gap-3 gizmo:gap-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message peer flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words peer-[.text-message]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-id=\"070b31ec-91a7-4738-9212-dd5091d5ce3b\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMali clay spindle whorl beads are distinctive artifacts crafted by the skilled artisans of Mali, West Africa. These beads are fashioned in the form of traditional spindle whorls, which were historically used in the process of spinning fibers into yarn. Crafted from clay, these beads showcase intricate patterns and designs, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. The beads often feature a central perforation, allowing them to be strung into jewelry or used for decorative purposes. Mali clay spindle whorl beads are not only aesthetically appealing but also serve as tangible links to the traditional crafts and daily practices of the Malian people, offering a unique and culturally significant addition to bead collections and African art enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eProvenance: Matter Collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_11hmp_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e2 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 28-38 mm diameter. See the picture with the penny for a size comparison (the US penny is 19mm in diameter).\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"m_212494303941515401gmail-m_1763473150553212127gmail-:le\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e153663\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"m_212494303941515401gmail-m_1763473150553212127gmail-:lf\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sku 153000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51176760770855,"sku":"153850","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_8401_316641a3-22b9-4cbc-863b-a58951c32c9c.jpg?v=1774026041","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/2-ancient-clay-spindle-whorls-mali-matter-collection-153850","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}