Glass bead necklace - green and Muiraquitã pendant

Glass Bead Necklace - Green and Muiraquitã Pendant

Artisan / People:

Origin: artisan from the Borari people, located in the state of Pará in northern Brazil.

The Creation in Detail

Dimensions and Weight

Size: 30 cm

Weight: 5 g

Handwoven

Thickness: 1 mm

Materials: glass beads. In Brazil, a Miçanga refers to a small colored glass bead used in the crafts of indigenous peoples to make traditional jewelry.

Colors: green and brown pendant

Type: necklace with pendant

blog on the legend of the Amazons and the Muiraquitã

The Frog and the Muiraquitã

The frog is one of the forms associated with the Muiraquitã, an emblematic amulet of the Amazon. This photograph is used as a documentary evocation of the motif: it does not seek to attribute a specific animal species to the Muiraquitã.

How to Wear It

Wear this necklace over an off-white, beige, or light camel top to allow the warm tones of the necklace to stand out elegantly.

A solid-colored dress in soft tones, such as linen or sand, will create a cohesive and delicate summer look.

Let the necklace take center stage.

A minimalist white blouse or a casual blazer will provide a subtle backdrop for this distinctive handcrafted piece.

Let the Muiraquitã be the central element of your look.

Avoid bulky layered necklaces; opt instead for a few light accessories, such as discreet earrings or a fine gold bracelet made of Capim Dourado (Syngonanthus nitens).

The Muiraquitã is a traditional Amazonian symbol, often made of clay.