Red Identity Dayak Amulets

For the Dayak tribe, beads are believed to serve as protectors against adversity and ward off malevolent spirits. Additionally, these beads hold significance as symbols of status and tribal identity. The red beads, in particular, symbolize the vibrant spirit of life.

Borneo, Dayak Tribe, circa 1980
Material: 2 mm colored glass beads
Size: 23 x 15 cm