Unique Ornamental Piece Brazilian by the Mamaindê Tribe 49" W

Description

Superb and rare unique Ornamental piece Tribal Belt hand made of tiny Coconut beads and two rows of river shells … more Superb and rare unique Ornamental piece Tribal Belt hand made of tiny Coconut beads and two rows of river shells interlaced with coconut beads ,By the Brazilian Tribe the Mamaindê.

Approximate size: 30" and 49"W with the buriti fiber straps by 4" H

The Mamaindê, who are part of the northern Nambikwara, live in the state of Mato Grosso and Rondônia together with other peoples. This territory comprises the Chapada dos Parecis, the Guaporé Valley and a region further north. They usually establish their villages in elevated areas with sandy soil and typical Cerrado vegetation.

Mamainde Approximate population: 2332 (Siasi/Sesai, 2014)

Language family: Nambikwara less