Beadwork symbols

Beadwork symbols are visual codes used to represent specific designs, meanings, or traditions within beaded art. They act as a guide or language, helping artisans convey stories, cultural beliefs, or functional patterns through the arrangement and color of beads. These symbols can indicate motifs, orientation, or symbolic messages, ensuring consistency and understanding across different creators or communities. By recognizing these symbols, viewers can interpret the cultural significance or purpose behind each beadwork piece, making it both an artistic expression and a form of communication rooted in tradition.