Late 20th Century African Lizard Beaded Tapestry

Beadwork panels are among the sacred objects associated with divination practices. These panels are made with intricate bead patterns and colors that hold symbolic meanings. The beads are carefully chosen and arranged based on the individual’s spiritual needs, divination results, or the specific Orisha (deity) being invoked. Each bead can represent a specific Orisha, a spiritual force, or an aspect of Yoruba cosmology.