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Inkqinelo

  • Date: 1960-01-31 , 2024-10-30
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/12696 , vital:76147
  • Description: A vibrant neckband adorned with an array of loosely threaded strings showcasing a captivating mix of orange, deep navy, rich red, and bright turquoise beads. These colourful beads are elegantly secured in place by narrow white bead strips and delicate pearl buttons, creating a striking accessory traditionally worn by boys during the energetic umtshotsho dance. The lively colours and intricate design add a touch of cultural significance and charm to the dance attire, enhancing the festive atmosphere of the occasion. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1960-01-31

Ubulunga obusisiyaca obunentsimbi

  • Date: 1960-01-30 , 2023-09-01
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/9082 , vital:72248
  • Description: The ubulunga obusisiyaca obunentsimbi, a necklace steeped in cultural significance, is crafted from pristine white beads interwoven with the supple tail hair of a heifer cow. This unique combination of materials symbolises purity and connects the wearer to the sacred realm of ancestral wisdom. Traditionally donned by diviners, and oracles who bridge the earthly and spiritual realms, this necklace serves as a channel for divine insight and guidance. Each bead and strand of hair carries with it a lineage of ancestral knowledge, passed down through generations. With its ethereal beauty and spiritual resonance, the ubulunga obusisiyaca obunentsimbi embodies the profound connection between the tangible world and the mystical forces that shape it, making it an indispensable artefact in traditional African spirituality. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1960-01-30

Ubulunga obusisiyaca obunentsimbi

  • Date: 1960-01-30 , 2024-10-23
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11652 , vital:75993
  • Description: The fringe is a traditional accessory consisting of a necklet of white beads adorned with a fringe of long white hairs, sourced from the tail of a heifer cow known as "inkomo yobulunga" in the isiXhosa-speaking community. This unique cluster of long white hairs resembles a necklace and is often paired with bead streamers. The fringe holds cultural significance and is traditionally worn by individuals such as students, priests, and witch doctors within the community. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1960-01-30

Isipili sentombazana

  • Date: 1959-09-04 , 2024-09-01
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11942 , vital:76020
  • Description: The mirror symbolises the girl's transition, highlighted by the elegant, flowing streamers adorning it. This beautiful tradition holds deep cultural significance and is a meaningful rite of passage for young girls. Entlombeni traditional dance is a momentous cultural event where girls adorn themselves with a necklet featuring a metal-encased mirror, symbolising their coming of age. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1959-09-04

Isipili sentombazana nenkwenkwe

  • Date: 1959-06-16 , 2024-09-01
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11963 , vital:76022
  • Description: Two intricately crafted mirrors are strung together on a necklace, designed to be a stylish accessory for both teenage boys and girls. The mirrors are adorned with a combination of white, navy, and red beads, and are further embellished with eight beaded strings featuring playful pink pompoms. The design of the mirrors indicates that they are tailored for the mid-teenage demographic, particularly for 15-16-year-olds. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1959-06-16

Isipili somfana nomfazana

  • Date: 1959-06-16 , 2024-09-01
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11974 , vital:76023
  • Description: The mirror necklace features four long bead streams in white, navy, turquoise blue, and red, each adorned with pink pompoms. The metal tin with a mirror is embellished with a flat tab that showcases six diamond-shaped designs made with yellow, turquoise blue, and navy beads. The edges of the flat tab are trimmed with red beads. This mirror is worn by young men and women during Entlombeni dance. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1959-06-16

Isitsikili samaMpondo

  • Date: 1958-12-01 , 2024-10-22
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11512 , vital:75980
  • Description: A stunning necklace consisting of 17 strands of yellow and orange, red and white, green and white, pink and white, blue and white, and green and white strings, all varying in length and overlapping to form captivating circles. The red and white strands are adorned with delicate pearls and fastened at the back with buttons. This unique piece is traditionally worn by middle-aged men of amaMpondo subcultural group within the isiXhosa-speaking community. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1958-12-01

Isitsikili samaMpondo

  • Date: 1958-12-01 , 2024-10-22
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11523 , vital:75981
  • Description: The necklace consists of 19 strings arranged in overlapping layers of green and white, red and white, and orange and white colours. It is fastened at the back with a brass button. This necklace is traditionally worn by middle-aged individuals, both men and women, belonging to the amaMpondo subcultural group within the isiXhosa-speaking community. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1958-12-01

Inkqinela

  • Date: 1958-08-09 , 2024-10-30
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/12676 , vital:76141
  • Description: This waist girdle features a captivating design composed of intricately stranded beads, predominantly in a fresh white and deep navy colour scheme. Accents of vibrant yellow, rich turquoise, and bold red add a lively contrast, while playful pompoms create a whimsical touch that enhances its overall charm. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1958-08-09

Ubulunga bempungutye

  • Date: 1955-06-12 , 2024-10-23
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11682 , vital:75996
  • Description: The necklace is a ceremonial neckband, comprising dual strands of white beads, culminating in a single pearl button. This adornment is further embellished with the pelts and furs derived from a jackal. Notably, this neckband transcends gender boundaries, being universally worn by both males and females. This piece not only serves as a decorative accessory but also signifies cultural and perhaps ritualistic importance, warranting further investigation into its origins, symbolism, and role within isiXhosa-speaking people who utilise it. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1955-06-12

Iphoco

  • Date: 1938-06-03 , 2023-09-01
  • Subjects: Beadwork , Necklace
  • Language: English
  • Type: Personal adornment , personal adornment
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/12793 , vital:76165
  • Description: This exquisite symbolic necklace features four intricately designed flat beaded tabs, each exuding a unique character. Crafted by Mahbubani, these necklaces are more than mere accessories; they are meaningful artefacts. The collector fortunate enough to acquire them received beads delicately stained with rich ochre, a hue that adds depth and warmth, enhancing the necklace's overall beauty and significance. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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  • Date Issued: 1938-06-03
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