Nonyem Abena Ibeneme
Recycled bead necklace 'Pretty Taupe'
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- $59.00
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- $59.00
- Regular price
This Recycled bead necklace 'Pretty Taupe' by Independent Artisans is a beautiful necklace that flows into two strands in the front. Designed by Nigerian artisan Nonyem Abena Ibeneme, this "happy design" features beads in taupe, gray, and black, which are all crafted from recycled glass. The piece showcases her talent for creating unique, personal jewelry that bridges heritage and sustainability.
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 recycled glass, nylon cord, and a brass hook, this necklace measures 18 inches L x 1.2 inches W and has an S-hook or hook clasp.
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