Antique Naga Tribal Necklace with Mushroom Mask & Trade Beads
An exceptional antique Naga ceremonial necklace displaying extraordinary tribal craftsmanship, rich ethnographic character, and decades of authentic patina. Featuring a striking carved mushroom mask pendant suspended among colorful antique trade beads, brass elements, and organic materials, this is a statement piece that immediately commands attention in any serious tribal art collection.
Far more than decorative jewelry, this necklace embodies the artistic traditions of the Naga peoples who inhabited the mountainous frontier between India and Myanmar. The remarkable combination of naturally aged materials, hand-assembled construction, and authentic ritual character makes this an increasingly scarce example of genuine Himalayan tribal adornment.
• Material: Hand-carved wood, antique glass trade beads, brass, organic materials, horn/bone elements, natural fiber cord
• Origin: Nagaland, India / Myanmar (Burma) Border Region
• Tribe: Attributed to Konyak or related Naga tribes
• Type: Ceremonial Tribal Necklace / Ethnographic Adornment
• Motif: Carved Mushroom Mask (Lingzhi Fungus-inspired) with symbolic tribal elements
• Dimensions: Kindly refer to the photographs for detailed measurements.
• Condition: Antique condition with visible age, surface wear, natural patina, minor losses, and traditional wear consistent with prolonged ceremonial use. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
• Craftsmanship: Entirely hand-strung and traditionally assembled using authentic tribal techniques with individually selected beads and adornments
• Patina: Beautiful untouched aged patina throughout, with rich earthy tones and authentic surface character developed naturally over many decades
• Uniqueness: One-of-a-kind ethnographic necklace featuring a rare carved mushroom mask, antique trade beads, brass ornaments, and organic tribal components
• Collector Appeal: An outstanding acquisition for collectors of Naga tribal art, ethnographic jewelry, Himalayan artifacts, ritual objects, museum-quality folk art, and Southeast Asian cultural heritage
ABOUT THE COLLECTION
For over 35 years, we have carefully assembled a collection of authentic tribal art, ethnographic artifacts, ceremonial objects, and fine Asian sculpture sourced directly from trusted regions throughout Indonesia, Nepal, India, and Southeast Asia. Every piece is personally selected for its authenticity, craftsmanship, patina, and lasting collector value. Our focus has always been on acquiring original works with genuine character rather than decorative reproductions, allowing collectors to purchase with confidence.
COLLECTOR HIGHLIGHTS
Authentic antique Naga ceremonial necklaces of this complexity are becoming increasingly difficult to source. The combination of antique trade beads, traditional brass ornaments, organic tribal materials, and the highly unusual carved mushroom mask creates an object with exceptional ethnographic significance. It offers the originality, age, and authentic tribal presence sought by collectors of museum-quality Himalayan and Southeast Asian artifacts.
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