Oversized Sankofa Bird Adinkra Brass Pendant Handmade in Ghana
$85.00
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Oversized Sankofa Bird Adinkra Brass Pendant Handmade in Ghana
$85.00
Designed for compositions that call for a commanding focal, this oversized Sankofa Bird Adinkra brass pendant combines substantial scale with intricate Ghanaian brasswork. Measuring approximately 116.5–118 mm × 130–132 mm (4.59–4.65 × 5.12–5.20 inches) and weighing approximately 6.5 oz / 184 g, it is a statement-scale component rather than a conventional lightweight pendant.
The photographed design centers a raised, backward-looking Sankofa bird over an elaborate field of diagonal linear work, angular geometric openwork, and layered brass detailing. Repeated concentric spiral discs form a rhythmic perimeter, while a broad crosshatched bail completes the composition. The visible surface has a warm brass-gold character with handmade textural variation rather than a uniformly polished appearance.
Made in Ghana, the pendant draws upon the Akan cultural concept of Sankofa. The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art describes the backward-looking Sankofa bird as a popular Akan symbol and translates sankofa loosely as “go back and fetch it,” expressing the principle of learning from the past as a way of moving forward.
For jewelry designers, brands, collectors, bead stores, galleries, museums, cultural organizations, and wholesale buyers, this pendant combines a documented cultural narrative with a distinctive physical form. Its scale, weight, openwork construction, and large bail make it especially suited to substantial statement jewelry, runway accessories, mixed-media design, display, and small-batch designer collections.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Product Attribute | Product Information |
|---|---|
| Product | Oversized Sankofa Bird Adinkra Brass Pendant – Openwork Design |
| Adinkra Symbol | Sankofa — Bird Form |
| Literal / Common Meaning | Commonly rendered “Go back and fetch it”; learning from the past to inform the future |
| Material | African Brass |
| Origin | Ghana |
| Cultural Tradition | Akan / Ghanaian Adinkra tradition |
| Technique / Style | Handcrafted Ghanaian brasswork; exact casting technique requires merchant verification |
| Shape / Form | Broad triangular statement form with raised backward-looking Sankofa bird, layered diagonal and angular openwork, concentric spiral perimeter elements, and textured top bail |
| Color Family | Brass / Gold |
| Color | Warm brass-gold |
| Finish | Natural artisan brass appearance with visible handcrafted surface character |
| Approximate Overall Dimensions | 116.5–118 mm × 130–132 mm |
| Approximate Dimensions in Inches | 4.59–4.65 in × 5.12–5.20 in |
| Approximate Thickness | Not provided |
| Ring / Bail Hole Size | Approx. 20–22 mm / 0.79–0.87 in |
| Approximate Quantity | 1 piece |
| Large Hole / Bail | Yes — approx. 20–22 mm |
| Handmade | Yes |
| Wholesale Availability | Wholesale friendly; current inventory requires verification |
| Weight | Approx. 6.5 oz / 184 g |
Measurement Note: Confirm which supplied dimension represents exact width and which represents exact height before publishing those labels.
CULTURAL & MATERIAL NOTE
Sankofa Within Akan Cultural Tradition
Traditional / Cultural Meaning
Sankofa is an Akan concept commonly translated as “go back and fetch it.” The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art specifically identifies the backward-looking bird as a popular Sankofa symbol among Akan peoples and explains its central principle as learning from the past in order to move forward.
HANDMADE VARIATION NOTICE
Handcrafted production may result in variation in:
- Overall shape
- Dimensions
- Thickness
- Brass tone
- Surface texture
- Openwork formation
- Diagonal line placement
- Sankofa bird details
- Spiral ornamentation
- Decorative alignment
- Surface and tool marks
- Edge finishing
- Bail/hole dimensions
Variation is expected within handcrafted production. Individual irregularities should not automatically be presented as proof of authenticity.
PRODUCT DISCLAIMER
Please note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature. Don’t Eat! Our Beads are not edible and should be kept out of reach of children.
CARE & HANDLING
- Keep dry when possible.
- Wipe gently with a clean, soft cloth after handling.
- Store away from prolonged moisture and excessive humidity.
- Natural brass may develop surface patina over time.
- Protect the raised Sankofa bird and openwork construction from crushing, bending, or snagging.
- Avoid prolonged abrasive contact with harder components.
- Avoid harsh chemical cleaners unless appropriate for brass and tested first on an inconspicuous area.
- Do not assume the pendant has lacquer, plating, or another protective coating unless verified.
- Store and transport the pendant so that its raised and openwork elements are supported.
- For finished jewelry, select construction materials appropriate to the pendant's substantial weight.