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beadwork

American  
[beed-wurk] / ˈbidˌwɜrk /

noun

  1. beading.


Etymology

Origin of beadwork

First recorded in 1745–55; bead + work

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The goal isn’t to displace us, but to import communal artistry — Kenyan wood and beadwork can be found in the pathways, resting spaces and more — as a show of admiration rather than imitation.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 4, 2026

Throughout there are animal wood carvings and beadwork, the latter often hung from sculptures made of tree branches.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 4, 2026

Paper works incorporate vintage beadwork purchased from websites, estate and garage sales in mixed media displays that honor the generations of Native American makers that preceded him.

From Seattle Times Apr. 18, 2024

The challenge will be translating these delicate structures of beadwork, textiles and paint into four weatherproof sculptures that will gaze upon museum visitors from their plinths above Fifth Avenue.

From New York Times Feb. 27, 2024

That doesn’t guarantee he’s Native, but I’d bet my beadwork on it.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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