African Heritage necklace of cast brass, coconut shell and volcanic clay beads
Necklace designed and created by Alan Donovan, made of round cast brass discs from Mali, coconut shell from Nigeria and volcanic clay beads from Lake Chad.
Alan Donovan Phillips Leitch (1946 – 2021)
Alan Donovan (1946-2021): Kenyan artist & Pan-African visionary. Creator of vibrant African Heritage necklaces – malachite, brass, beads – and co-founder of Nairobi’s iconic African Heritage House.
African Heritage House (Nairobi, Kenya)
Explore African Heritage House in Nairobi: a cultural gem showcasing Pan-African art, textiles & design. Discover traditional crafts, heritage, and contemporary expressions of African creativity. A unique museum experience awaits!
About this artwork
- Title: African Heritage necklace of cast brass, coconut shell and volcanic clay beads
- Artist: Alan Donovan Phillips Leitch
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: African Heritage House
- Color palette: Pastels
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
