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Circular Beaded Medallion with Radiating Design

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Red Earth

Red Earth
Oklahoma City, United States

This circular medallion features intricate beadwork in a bold geometric pattern. Four radiating arrow-like shapes in red and white extend from a black central ring with a white bead at the core. These motifs are set against a vibrant turquoise background, segmented by four curved bands of black beads. The entire design is bordered by a ring of turquoise beads. Constructed on a buckskin base, the piece measures 3.5 inches in diameter and was likely intended as a decorative or regalia element. The design reflects both aesthetic symmetry and symbolic meaning often found in Native beadwor

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  • Title: Circular Beaded Medallion with Radiating Design
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Physical Dimensions: 3.5 in (8.9 cm)
  • Provenance: Gift of Robb Moore
  • Rights: Red Earth, Inc. (Photo: Courtesy of Ann Sherman)
  • Medium: Buckskin, glass seed beads
  • Art Form: Medallion
  • Depicted Topic: Beadwork; geometric design; medallion
Red Earth

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