Nonyem Abena Ibeneme
Coconut shell and soapstone Y-necklace 'Eclectic'
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This Coconut shell and soapstone Y-necklace 'Eclectic' by Nonyem Abena Ibeneme is a contemporary and playful piece that combines various materials. The beaded necklace is hand-crafted with beads recycled from vinyl records and plastic bottles, a testament to the artisan's commitment to sustainability and her love of incorporating recycled elements into her designs. The necklace is centered by a fascinating pendant of geometric coconut shell figures and soapstone beads, which fastens with a brass hook. Each piece is a unique work of wearable art, bridging heritage, sustainability, and individuality.
Born in Lagos in 1960 to a Nigerian father and Ghanaian mother, this designer began her career in law, practicing for more than a decade in both Nigeria and Ghana before turning to her lifelong passion for art. Her creative journey in jewelry began in 1993, inspired by a treasured inheritance of antique beads from her mother. Self-taught yet highly observant, she explores diverse techniques and materials, often incorporating recycled elements into her distinctive designs. Each piece is imagined as wearable art, unique and deeply personal. Beyond her own collections, she works with artisans and mentors young women who lack educational opportunities, teaching them jewelry-making as a means to earn income and regain confidence. With her work showcased internationally at exhibitions such as Tendence Lifestyle in Frankfurt, she continues to create jewelry that bridges heritage, sustainability, and individuality.
Handcrafted from coconut shell, soapstone, ceramic, recycled plastic, nylon, and brass, this necklace weighs 1.41 oz. It is 16 inches L with a pendant measuring 6.5 inches L x 2 inches W. The necklace fastens with an S-hook or hook clasp.
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