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$45.00 Shipping Location: DO-Wickede, Germany For sale is this antique throwing knife which is common by the Banda people. 43 cm high, 242 gram.
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$43.70 Shipping Location: SHREWSBURY, United Kingdom Fine rare unusual South African Zulu club with a carved mans face & head ring. REST OF THE WORLD £35.
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$22.95 Shipping Location: Bluffton, United States Kebero, the Ethiopian drum on sale, is at least 60 years of age. Bought is rural part of Ethiopia, South from Addis Ababa. This type of drums may be used ... morein secular celebrations. It is handmade out of wood and leather (goat?).
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$45.00 Shipping Location: DO-Wickede, Germany For sale is this antique throwing knife which is common by the Zande people. Around 1900. Coming from an old German collection. 49 cm high, 495 gram.
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$34.96 Shipping Location: SHREWSBURY, United Kingdom Fine large old antique 19th Century Southern African Shona snuff or powder horn. REST OF THE WORLD £28.
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$15.25 Shipping Location: Riverview, United States For Sale - African Zimbabwe Ndebele Wooden Mask. Used and shows normal signs of wear. Being sold as is. We only buy and use new boxes when we have no ... moreother choice. We believe the little things will help preserve our world for future generations.
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$249.70 Shipping Location: DAGENHAM, United Kingdom Large and rare example. 83cm Nigeria. They are also responsible for the selection and eventual burial of the Oba ('king') of the town and even have the ... morepower to expel the king should the group deem him unfit to rule.
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$19.60 Shipping Location: Commack, United States I was told that this is from South Africa but I can't verify that. It is carved from a single piece of wood. It w eighs 13 oz & is just under 24" long. ... moreIn general, I have cleaned the item very lightly for any bulk surface dust, dirt, etc.
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$32.54 Shipping Location: MELROSE, United Kingdom Stone Sahel Burkino Faso Mali stone currency bangle bracelet. These bangles would be difficult to produce but easy to transport. This example is whole ... moreand worn. The inside face of the ring has signs of tool marks/working.
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Zulu Beadwork Umtshebele Belt South African SALE Was $250
Type of Object, Belt, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, beads. Leather, metal objects, Approximate Age, early to mid 1900s, Dimensions, 30 inches long, Overall Condition, Good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Some oxidation on studs, Zulu Bead Work Umtshebele Belt Superb Additional Information: T his Umtshebele belt is worn by young engage man and women from Msinga area. Kwa-Zulu Natal. It is on Umzansi style. Combination of four colors. In fact, ... morethe belt is made out of four colors: blue. Red, green, and white. And each color has its own meaning. Hlengiwe Dube explains the meaning of each colors as follows: Blue: When I am with you I feel the sea breeze" red: I love you so much; white: whenever I see you my heart goes white as milk" green: I will wait for the right time" Hlengiwe Dube, 2009:p. 52) Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads, but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and patterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Color and pattern then expr
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Zulu Beaded Headband Umqwazi South African SALE Was $110
Title, Zulu Beaded Headband Umqwazi South African, Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu. Eshowe area, Ntumeni clan, Materials, Bead. Vegetal fiber, Approximate Age, 1960s, Dimensions, 28 inches long, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, none, Additional Information: Umqwazi/Headband Worn by married women with headdress as a headband for it. It also symbolizes respect to the in–law family. Original from Eshowe. Using Umhlohlo style of beading. Which is a very especially design used by on married women’s beadwork. Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the ... morebeads, but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shaka’s control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and patterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu“love letters. Color and pattern then express symbolically, ideas of personal attachment and affection. Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White) SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. 25621* All content. Including pictures, Copyrigh
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BONHAMS CATALOGUE THE SOUTH AFRICAN SALE 2013
CHRISTIE`S CATALOGUE LONDON 20 MARCH 2013 THE SOUTH AFRICAN SALE. this truly amazing reference book has 131 beautiful important lots with: all colourful photo`s. Descriptions and estimates. this remarkable book is in NEAR mint condition. PLEASE LOOK AT MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SIMILAR CATALOGUES.
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2 Xhosa Necklace Beadwork South Africa African SALE Was $44
Type of Object, Necklace, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Beads. Button(mother-of-pearl) string, Approximate Age, 1960's-1970's, Dimensions, 14.5" long. 5" wide. Overall Condition, Good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, A few spots have been repaired. 2 Xhosa Necklace Beadwork South Africa African Additional Information: A Xhosa necklace made of beads of various colors(blue. Red, orange,white) and worn around the neck. In ... moreno other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in jewelry and decorative art using beads as the central medium. This waist belt is from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this necklace. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy blue beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery. 61895* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eB
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Zulu Beaded Necklace Izingcu Whitehearts South African SALE Was $90
Type of Object, Beadwork. Jewelry, necklace, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu. Msinga area, Mabomvini Clan, Materials, Bead. Metal studs, Approximate Age, 1960's, Dimensions, 23 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, Does not have clasp, Zulu LONG multi colored necklace Izingcu. South Africa Provenanc e: Rodney Blumenfeld. Collector. Additional Information: Izingcu/ Necklace. Worn by engaged man and women from Kwa âZulu Natal. Msinga are. Combination of several colours(usually seven) called isishunka. Isishuka come from the word shuka meaning reply something regularly. This was referring to the time that the men spend when he was still proposing the girl. This girl real gives the man a hard time( imushukile) Now they are in love and the safely pins shows that they are stitched together as lovers nothing will ... moredo them apart. Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads, but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and patterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Color and pattern then express symbolically, ideas of personal attachment and affection. Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. Fo
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African Beaded Cotton Handkerchief South Africa Xhosa SALE
Title, Xhosa Cotton Handkerchief with beadwork on Sides, Type of Object, Handkerchief, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton. Beads, Approximate Age, 1960's-1970's, Dimensions, 20 inches W. x 21 inches H. Overall Condition, good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, used fabric. Broken strands with a few missing beads, stains, tears with repair in one place, Additional Information: A handkerchief in cotton fabric decorated with beades ... moreon each sides of the square. The designs and beads' colors on this handkerchief indicate a Xhosa origin. It was used by both Xhosa men and women as a handkerchief or a costume accessory. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadwork. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. The traditional function of these buttons in the Xhosa culture goes back to 1900. Since that time they are among the main decorative elements that embellish costume. Aprons like this, bags, hats, and so forth. They continue to be seen on contemporary prestigious Objects and testify to the great pride their makers took in decorating ceremonial and everyday objects. 59405* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern A
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Xhosa Belt Isaziso Sesinqe South Africa African SALE Was $95
Type of Object, Beadwork. Belt, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, leather, Approximate Age, 1970s, Dimensions, 31 inches L.x 3 inches W.   Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, loose and cut strands with a few missing beads, Additional Information: A Xhosa Belt known as Isaziso Sesinqe. On this belt. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy blue and pink beads. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. ... moreBeadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*60984* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shipping both ways. If your original p
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Xhosa Beaded Belt or Headband, South Africa African SALE Was $210
Type of Object, Beadwork. Waist Belt or headband, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, leather, Approximate Age, 1970s, Dimensions, 28 inches L.x 2.5 inches W.   Overall Condition, poor, Damage/Repair, loose and cut strands with. Holes and a few missing and broken beads, missing buttons, Xhosa Beaded Belt or headband. South Africa Additional Information: On this belt/headband. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of pink beads. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing ... moreobjects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*61287* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. N
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Zulu Beaded Anklet Old South African Beadwork SALE Was $150
Title, Zulu Beaded Anklet Old South African Beadwork, Strand Length, 4 x 8.5 inches, Old Zulu Beadwork. First half of 20th century. Probably a dance anklet. 8" x 4" Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and ... morepatterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Color and pattern then express symbolically, ideas of personal attachment and affection. Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. 25893* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily e
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Zulu Spoon Ukhzo/Izinkezo South Africa African SALE Was $42
Type of Object, carving. Household, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 10.5 inches x 2 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, old chips in rim and handle. Worn patina, Zulu Spoon Ukhzo/Izinkezo South Africa Africa. Additional Information: Zulu spoons were carved by men only. Out of a variety of hard and soft woods indigenous to the KwaZulu area. ... moreThey were used with great formality. Each spoon had a handwoven basketry holder, made by women. Spoons had to be placed in a specific pattern around a communal food dish, and not left standing in it, to avoid sympathetic magic-food sticking in one's stomach. In households with more than one wife, each would have commissioned for her a set of spoons. A young bride could not share the milk and meat of her husband's home until the gift of a goat had been exchanged between her husband's and father's families. The goat was known as the"goat of the spoon, for with it was given the spoon with which the wife would eat sour milk and other food in her husband's household. See Lindsay Hooper's article"Domestic Arts-Carved Wooden Objects in the Home" in"ZULU TREASURES"AMAGUGU kaZULU. I fell in love with Zulu spoons when one was the cover object on a Sotheby's catalog some years ago. In a year of traveling through South Africa, by far the best collection we saw was in the KwaZulu Cultural Museum in Ulundi For a similar piece see COLLECTION MARC ET DENYSE GINZBERG, Sotheby's, Paris. 10 September 2007, fig. 145, p. 114. About the spoons
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Xhosa Beadwork Necklace Glass Beads South African SALE Was $180
Title, Xhosa Beadwork Necklace Glass Beads Amapasi South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Necklace, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa. Midutshane, clan: Egunsi, maker: Tatu Jamu, Materials, Glass Beads. Buttons, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 34 inches x 24 inches(lying flat at longest point) Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear, Additional Information: A superb necklace from the Xhosa. Worn around the neck. The Xhosa of the eastern Cape region of South Africa have a history of beadwork as long as that of the better known Zulu and Ndebele. The uses of beaded garments. Bags, jewelry and objects ... morecontinue until today in the rural areas. The tag attached to these small panels similar to the Zulu neck ornament"lover letter" indicates that these beadworks are from the Xhosa of Egunsi clan. It is possible that these beadworks were used as neck ornment or jewelry for Xhosa young men. These maybe decorated with buttons or coins. For similar examples worn by young Xhosa see similar adorments in VANISHING CULTURES of SOUTH AFRICA by Peter Magubane and also. DRESS AND ADORNMENT by the same author. See also EZAKWANTU. Beadwork from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery see a similar example in Marie-Louise Labelle. Breads of Life. Eastern and Southern African Beadwork from Canadian Collections, 2005, fig.63, p. 83*33204* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, a
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Zulu Spoon Ukhzo/Izinkezo South African OLD SALE Was $65
Type of Object, artifact, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, 1980's-1990's, Dimensions, 12.5 inches H. x 2.25 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, none, Zulu Carved Snuff Spoon on Stand South Africa Additional Information: Zulu spoons were carved by men only. Out of a variety of hard and soft woods indigenous to the KwaZulu area. They were used with great ... moreformality. Each spoon had a handwoven basketry holder, made by women. Spoons had to be placed in a specific pattern around a communal food dish, and not left standing in it, to avoid sympathetic magic-food sticking in one's stomach. In households with more than one wife, each would have commissioned for her a set of spoons. A young bride could not share the milk and meat of her husband's home until the gift of a goat had been exchanged between her husband's and father's families. The goat was known as the"goat of the spoon, for with it was given the spoon with which the wife would eat sour milk and other food in her husband's household. See Lindsay Hooper's article"Domestic Arts-Carved Wooden Objects in the Home" in"ZULU TREASURES"AMAGUGU kwaZULU. I fell in love with Zulu spoons when one was the cover object on a Sotheby's catalog some years ago. In a year of traveling through South Africa, by far the best collection we saw was in the KwaZulu Cultural Museum in Ulundi. About the spoons Hlengiwe wrote(p.102) Spoons â Izinkez. Spoons of all sizes and shapes were made for a variety of purposes. Curdled milk( amasi) was
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Xhosa Beaded Woman's Pouch Old South African SALE Was $220
Title, Xhosa Beaded Woman's Pouch Old South African, Type of Object, Womenâs bag, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Glass beads. Raffia fiber, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 72 inches Long, Overall Condition, Poor to fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Some threads broken. Significant bead loss. Additional information: In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment ... moreof artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. This pouch is from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this small bag, Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy bleu beads and the work itself. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. I have examined this piece and agree with the description Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 41669* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southe
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Xhosa Beaded Apron South African SALE Was $240
Title, Xhosa Beaded Apron with Leather and Metal, Type of Object, Pubis Apron, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, beads. Leather, brass, buttons, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 60 inches long x 6-8 inches wide, Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn leather. Beads pitting, Additional Information: Probably a pubis apron made out of beads and extended with Leather fringes and decorated with metal beads ... morein the form of rings. This object could be a ceremonial dance apron. They use of beaded garments continues today in South Africa. Especially in the rural areas. This Pubis apron like this is an example. According to some sources such aprons called Inkciyo in Xhosa were made by the Xhosa for women or girls who worn them as skirts or over a regular skirt. It should be noted that similar aprons were also worn by young boys. Young girls will wear such aprons during their initiation to the womanhood. During their seclusion girls will wear nothing but an apron like this. This apron was also used as a cache sexe. After the seclusion the apron would be abandoned. Most of the time it was kept and passed on to the next girl of the family to get initiated. Where they were no more girl to inherit the apron, this one was kept in the family house as a memorable object. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadwork from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery. 60996* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30
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Xhosa Beaded Necklace Love Letter South African SALE Was $90
Title, Xhosa Beaded Necklace Love Letter South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Jewelry, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Beads. String, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 14 inches L. with strand; Square: 5.5 inches x 3.75 inches, Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Clasp broken easy to fix  Additional Information: A colorful beaded necklace with pendant in the form of a ... moresquare panel commonly known as"love letter" This necklace is made out of white. Blue, black, green, and orange glass beads. This beautiful long necklace with pendant is worn around the neck with the pendant on the chest. The design of these"love letters" are found among the Xhosa, Ndebele, and Zulu. The abstract motif in the center of the panel, the use of buttons, the blue color, and the way the beads are put together are of Xhosa style. Usually, Xhosa bead works are recognized by the fact that the motifs are treated in a very symmetrical way. And the way the Xhosa use the space on the work is very different from the Zulu. Experts say, on the Zuku works space is saturated. However, Xhosa motifs are less crowded. The local name of these necklaces with Lover letters is Iphoco. The Xhosa of the eastern Cape region of South Africa have a history of beadwork as long as that of the better known Zulu and Ndebele. Beaded garments. Bags, jewelry and objects continue to be made and used until today in the rural areas as well as in big cities. See similar examples in Ezakwantu. Beadwork from the Eastern Cape. South African National Gallery figs. 48-51. See also Marie-Lo
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Xhosa Beaded Headband South African Africa SALE Was $33
Type of Object, ornament. Accessory, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Beads. Cotton threads, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 18 inches Long, Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, none, Xhosa Beaded Headband South Africa. Additional Information: A beautiful Xhosa headband made out of white. Black and blue tiny glass beads. This Xhosa beadwork was worn around the head. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. ... moreBeadwork from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*63601* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shipping both ways. If your original payme
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Zulu Beaded Collar Small Trade Beads South African SALE Was $75
Title, Zulu Beaded Collar Small Trade Beads South African, Type of Object, Zulu Beaded Necklace, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Beads, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 9 inches diameter, Overall Condition, Excellent, Damage/Repair, None, Additional Information: Zulu beaded jewelry worn around the neck and worn by both young men and women at any day. Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads, but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. ... moreStylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and patterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Color and pattern then express symbolically, ideas of personal attachment and affection. Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White) SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. 74061* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positiv
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Xhosa Beaded Belt Blue Isaziso Sesinqe South African SALE Was $75
Title, Xhosa Beaded Belt Blue Isaziso Sesinqe South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Belt, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, Approximate Age, 1960s-1970s, Dimensions, 27 inches L. x 4 inches W.   Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, buttons missing, Additional Information: A wonderful Xhosa Beaded Belt Isaziso Sesinqe. This beaded belt is from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this belt. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy bleu beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to ... morebe seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*63204* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let u
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Xhosa Beaded Woman's Bag South Africa Old African SALE Was $125
Type of Object, Womenâs bag, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton. Beads, mother of buttons, Approximate Age, 20th Century, Dimensions, 5 in. wide and 7.7in. Long, Overall Condition, Excellent, Damage/Repair, N/A, Xhosa Beaded Woman's Bag South Africa Old African. Additional information: In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. This bag is from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this bag, Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy bleu beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional ... morefunction of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. See Photographs of similar bags in Vanishing Cultures of South Africa by Magubane and Ezakwatu. For more Xhosa bags see also EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery. Pp.15, 34, 105*25155* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term cu
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Pedi Beadwork Apron Museum Exhibit South African SALE Was %585
Title, Pedi Beadwork Apron Museum Exhibition South African, Type of Object, Apron, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Pedi, Materials, Cotton. Beads, plastic, chain Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 40 inches W strand x 13 inches T. 20 inches x 16 inches x 17 inches main triangular piece(excluding strand) Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Some loose beadwork. Crack in mirror, small holes and ... morescrapes in plastic, Exhibition: From a collection of African-made beads and beadwork- Exhibited at the South Dakota Art Museum in 2011 Additional Information: An apron made out of an imitation of leather cut in triangle shape and decorated with beads. Chains, pendent, plastic card with image of South African money bills, and mirror. A wonderful work was made with the placement of the beads and other decorative elements. The collector's notes state the piece came from the Pedi of South Africa. Such apron were was worn by young women on the waist or the chest during various ceremonies. Patterns and design on this panels of beaded triangle have some meaning for the users. They could symbolize the social status of the owners; they could also mean protection. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 47266* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their m
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Xhosa Beaded Shawl South African SALE Was $150
Type of Object, Apron. Scarf or shawl, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton. Beads Approximate Age, 1960's, Dimensions, 46.5 W. x 16.25 inches H. Overall Condition, fair to good, Damage/Repair, loose strands with a few missing beads in places. Dust on textile, Xhosa Beaded Apron. Scarf or Shawl South Africa Additional Information: A triangular cotton cloth in blue. Decorated with great arrangement of machine sewn works and beads onto it. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. The traditional function of these beads ... morein the Xhosa culture goes back to 1900. Since that time they are among the main decorative elements that embellish costume. Aprons like this, bags, hats, and so forth. They continue to be seen on contemporary prestigious Objects and testify to the great pride their makers took in decorating ceremonial and everyday objects. 65465* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to retu
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Ndebele Beaded Doll South African 3 FEET Sale was $350
Type of Object, Doll, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Wood. Fabric, glass beads, plastic beads, Approximate Age, Late 20th Century, Dimensions, Height is 41 inches, Overall Condition, Excellent, Damage/Repair, None, Ndebele beaded doll South Africa 41inches African Art Additional Information: The Ndebele are one of the smallest tribes in South Africa. But are known worldwide for their geometric designs found on their painted houses and beadwork. This was made by members of a women's co-op in KwaNdebele, South Africa. We visited them in South Africa. Recommended Reading: Margaret Courtney-Clarke's NDEBELE. 022518* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive ... morefeedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shipping both ways. If your original payment was made through PayPal, we'll refund you through PayPal; if you paid us directly with your credit card, we'll refund the credit card. Combining Shipping: You are welcome to wait to pay. And to combine multiple items for shipping. We ask that you keep each order to ten days or ten items
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Xhosa Beaded Belt South African Beadwork SALE Was $75
Title, Xhosa Beaded Belt Isaziso Sesinqe South African Beadwork, Type of Object, Beadwork. Belt, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, Approximate Age, 1960s-1970s, Dimensions, 22 inches L. x 3.5 inches W.   Overall Condition, good, Damage/Repair, a button holder missing, Additional Information: A wonderful Xhosa Belt Isaziso Sesinqe. This belt is from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this belt. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy bleu beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen ... moreas prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*63203* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know y
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Zulu Beaded Rope South African Beadwork SALE Was $45
Title, Zulu Beadwork. Rope South Africa, Type of Object, Beadwork. Necklace, bracelet, anklet, headband Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Beads, Approximate Age, 1950s, Dimensions, 8 inches L. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, None, Additional Information: Made by beading tightly around a cotton cloth wrapped coil of grass or length of rope(umgongqolozi) Possibly from Msinga area or Ngoma. See Speaking with beads by Morris. Page 43. Umgunqulu/ Rope necklaces were worn by young engage man and women from Msinga area. Kwa-Zulu Natal. The women will wear it at any day. It is a symbol of showing how much you miss your loved one. This example is of small size. It was probably worn by a young person. Such ropes could be very long than this example and would be worn longer or rolled two or three times around the neck. ... moreWe've seen women wearing several of such beaded ropes around the neck. These ropes were also worn as head bands. Or around the waist of youth. Zulu beadwork has been valued as currency. As decoration, and as a marker of identity. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads themselves but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and an important item of personal expression as well. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation. Colors and patterns take on more personally expressive meanings as in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well, with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, p. 49. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS,
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Zulu Necklace Isijolane South African Old SALE Was $88
Title, Northern Zulu Necklace Isijolane South African Old, Made In, South Africa. Msinga area, Approximate Age, 1960's, People, Zulu, Necklace Length, 18 inches(includes string/raffia) Additional Information: A delightful beaded necklace in four colors: red. Blue,green and white. It has 18 inches long. Known as Isijolane. This necklace is from the Zulu people and was worn by married women. Zulu beadwork has been valued as currency. As decoration, and as a marker of identity. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads themselves but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and an important item of personal expression as well. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate ... morearea or group affiliation. Colors and patterns take on more personally expressive meanings as in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well, with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, pp51-53. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White. SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. 74059* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through whic
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Xhosa Woman's Apron South African Textile SALE Was $135
Title, Xhosa Married Woman's Apron. South Africa, Africa, Type of Object, Apron, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton cloth. Buttons(mother of pearl) Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 15.5 inches W. x 42 inches H. Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, stains in places. Missing buttons, Additional Information: An old apron made out of cotton and decorated with shell buttons also known as"mother ... moreof pearl" This apron comes from the Xhosa people from South Africa. It was used by married women. The Xhosa style is recognized by the designs in black and by the use of mother of pearl buttons. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. The traditional function of these buttons in the Xhosa culture goes back to 1900. Since that time they are among the main decorative elements that embellish costume. Aprons like this, bags, hats, and so forth. They continue to be seen on contemporary prestigious Objects and testify to the great pride their makers took in decorating ceremonial and everyday objects. 69750* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wande
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Xhosa Beaded Belt Pink South African Beadwork SALE Was $150
Title, Xhosa Beaded Belt Pink South African Beadwork, Type of Object, Beadwork. Waist Belt or headband, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, leather, Approximate Age, 1970s, Dimensions, 28 inches L.x 2.5 inches W.   Overall Condition, poor, Damage/Repair, loose and cut strands with. Holes and a few missing and broken beads, missing buttons, Additional Information: On this belt/headband. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of pink beads. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers ... moretook in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*61287* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchas
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Ndebele Beaded Wedding Veil Nyoga South African SALE Was $190
Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Bead, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 35 inches l. x 2.75 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, loose strands. Cut strands leaving tears, Ndebele Beaded Wedding Veil Nyoga Additional Information: A well designed Ndebele Wedding Veil made out of tiny glass brads. Ndebele women call these"snakes" and they are worn as wedding veils. Hanging from the back of the head or the back of the beaded blanket. These are woven without a loom, unlike the beadwork of Native Americans. The Ndebele of South Africa are superb bead workers. The women used to wear brass rings around their neck and legs. A few still do, but most now have gold plastic replicas with velcro, worn on ceremonial occasions. They wear aprons which are heavily ... morebeaded with glass beads, in geometric designs similar to those used to paint their houses. They wear beaded blankets like large shawls, and beadwork on their arms, ankles, and heads. For similar examples and much more information, see Courtney-Clarke's NDEBELE. 61197* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you receive
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Xhosa Beaded Belt White South African SALE Was $145
Title, Xhosa Beaded Belt White Isaziso Sesinqe South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Belt, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. Buttons, Approximate Age, 1960s-1970s, Dimensions, 30.5 inches L.x 3.25 inches W.   Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, missing buttons, Additional Information: A Xhosa Belt Isaziso Sesinqe. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in jewelry and decorative art using beads as the central medium. This beaded belt is from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this belt. Xhosa style is recognized ... moreby the use of navy bleu beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*56555* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If y
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Xhosa Wool Cape M-of-Pearl Buttons South African SALE Was $210
Title, Xhosa Wool Carp with Mother-of-Pearl Buttons For Married Woman South Africa, Type of Object, Carp. Skirt, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton. Mother-of-pearl buttons, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 40 inches Collar x 30 inches L. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, broken and missing buttons. Wear Additional Information: A beautiful textile made out of wool and decorated with embroidered designs ... moreand the other-of pearl buttons in a style typical of the Xhosa. This textile was worn by married women as a carp. It has good age and comes from the Xhosa people from South Africa. The Xhosa style is recognized by the designs and by the use of buttons known as mother-of pearl. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadwork. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. The traditional function of these buttons in the Xhosa culture goes back to 1900. Since that time they are among the main decorative elements that embellish costume. Aprons like this, bags, hats, and so forth. They continue to be seen on contemporary prestigious Objects and testify to the great pride their makers took in decorating ceremonial and everyday objects. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 74578* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. ha
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Zulu Beaded Choker Necklace Anklet South African SALE Was $125
Title, Zulu Beaded Choker Necklace Anklet South African, Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Bead, Approximate Age, Mid 21st Century, Dimensions, 15 x 1 inches. Overall Condition, Good. Damage/Repair, Dirt and general wear. Additional Information: From Nquthu area Kwa-Zulu Natal. Worn by married and unmarried women. On the isishunka style. Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. ... moreStylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and patterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Color and pattern then express symbolically, ideas of personal attachment and affection. Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White) SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. 74062* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positiv
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Zulu Beaded Belt Izingcu South African SALE Was $190
Title, Zulu Beaded Belt Izingcu South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Waist piece, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, bead. Cotton string, Approximate Age, probably around the 1950's, Dimensions, 44 inches L. x 2.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, cut strings. A few beads missing, Zulu Beadwork Waist Piece. Izingcu, South Africa Additional Information: This Zulu beaded waist piece were worn by women around the waist over their skirt. Zulu beadwork has been valued as currency. As decoration, and as a marker of identity. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads themselves but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and an important item of personal expression ... moreas well. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation. Colors and patterns take on more personally expressive meanings as in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well, with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For more information see: Hlengiwe Dube. Zulu Beadwork Talk with Beads. AfricaDirect Inc. 2009, 112 pages. Jean Morris. SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. See also ZULU TREASURES. AMAGUGU KaZulu. 38263* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works
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Xhosa Beaded Headwrap Married Woman South African SALE Was $90
Title, Xhosa Beaded Woman Scarf South Africa, Type of Object, Scarf, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton. Beads, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 43 inches x 16 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Loose buttons, Additional Information: A beautiful cloth made out of cotton and decorated with embroidered designs and beads in a style typical of the Xhosa. This textile could have been ... moreworn by young women as a skirt or an apron. Or a scarf. It comes from the Xhosa people from South Africa. The Xhosa style is recognized by the designs and by the use of blue beads. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadwork. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. The traditional function of these buttons in the Xhosa culture goes back to 1900. Since that time they are among the main decorative elements that embellish costume. Aprons like this, bags, hats, and so forth. They continue to be seen on contemporary prestigious Objects and testify to the great pride their makers took in decorating ceremonial and everyday objects. 67919* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Afr
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Ndebele Beaded Traditional Blanket South African SALE Was $1250
Title, Ndebele Beaded Traditional Blanket Nguba. Africa, Type of Object, Textile. Blanket, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Wool. Beade, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 69 inches x 61 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Loose stitching. Missing beads, loose strands and holes in beadwork Additional Information: This is a super blanket with its traditional Beaded band from ... morethe Ndebele South Africa. This blanket is one of the objects that defines the Ndebele identity. In the past as well as in the recent years. Ndebele women have been seen wrapping such colorful blankets around the body. Known as Nguba, these blankets come in various styles and size. The present blanket belongs to the most popular style made out of the strips with basic bright colors such as the blue, red, yellow, green, brown, and orange, the same colors found in their painting or mural art, and in their beadwork. This blanket is decorated with two strips made of tiny glass beads sewn together which is an indication that the blanket belongs to an old style. This is a old example of its kind and would stand out in any collection of traditional textiles or garments. Recommended Reading: see Courtney-Clarke's NDEBELE. Rhoda Levinsohn. Art and Craft of Southern Africa. Delta Books. 1984. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 56944* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedback
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Ndebele Blanket Beaded South African Old SALE Was $1350
Title, Ndebele Traditional Blanket Nguba Red Beaded African, Type of Object, Textile. Blanket, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Wool. Beads, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 60 inches x 59 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, Minor stain, Additional Information: This is a beautiful traditional blanket from the Ndebele South Africa. This blanket is one of the objects that defines the Ndebele identity. In the past as well as in the recent years. Ndebele women have been seen wrapping such colorful blankets around the body. Known as Nguba, these blankets come in various styles and size. The present blanket belongs to the most popular style made out of a woolen blanket decorated with a panel of beadwork with motifs typical of the Ndebele style. The same bead colors and motifs are found in their ... morepainting, mural art, and in their beadwork. This panel has strips made of tiny glass beads sewn together. This is a beautiful example of its kind and would stand out in any collection of traditional textiles or garments. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 77733* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within
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Ndebele Beaded Wedding Apron Older South African SALE WAS $900
Title, Ndebele Beaded Wedding Apron Older South African, Type of Object, Apron, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Leather. Glass beads, Approximate Age, Probably c. 1960-1970, Dimensions, 15 inches wide. 20 inches long, Overall Condition, Good, Additional Information: A wonderful example of Ndebele old aprons! The Ndebele of South Africa are superb bead workers. The women used to wear brass rings around their neck and legs. A few still do. But most now have gold plastic replicas with Velcro, worn on ceremonial occasions. They wear aprons which are heavily beaded with glass beads, in geometric designs similar to those used to paint their houses. This is a married woman's apron, distinguished by the strings of leather ending in beadwork in the bottom center. They wear beaded blankets like large shawls, and beadwork ... moreon their arms, ankles, and heads. For similar examples and much more information. See Courtney-Clarke's NDEBELE. I have examined this piee and agree with the description Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 74003* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have eith
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Xhosa Beaded Shawl South African SALE WAS $85
Title, Xhosa Beaded Shawl South African, Type of Object, Apron. Scarf or shawl, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Cotton. Beads Approximate Age, 1960's, Dimensions, 54.5 W. x 17 inches H.    Overall Condition, fair to good, Damage/Repair, loose strands with a few missing beads in places. Worn textile, Xhosa Beaded Apron. Scarf or Shawl South Africa Additional Information: A triangular cotton cloth in black. Decorated with great arrangement of machine sewn works and beads onto it.This textile could be a a chest covering apron or a scarf worn by young women. Aprons like this are are found among the Zulu and the Xhosa. With the use of blue navvy beads this apron is are nore likrly Xhosa than Zulu. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment ... moreof artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in decorative art using beads as the central medium. The traditional function of these beads in the Xhosa culture goes back to 1900. Since that time they are among the main decorative elements that embellish costume. Aprons like this, bags, hats, and so forth. They continue to be seen on contemporary prestigious Objects and testify to the great pride their makers took in decorating ceremonial and everyday objects. 66889* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will tr
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Xhosa Beaded Anklet Ornament South Africa African SALE WAS $22
Title, Xhosa Beaded Anklet Ornament South Africa African Type of Object, Beadwork. Anklet, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, buttons, leater, Approximate Age, 1960s-1970s, Dimensions, 9 inches Diam. Overall Condition, good, Damage/Repair, General wear, Xhosa Beaded Anklet Ornament. South Africa Additional Information: A fine Xhosa beaded anklet decoration in pink and blue tinny beads. In no other part of sub-Saharan Africa have artists produced a more highly diversified assortment of artistic beadwork than in the southern region. All the major ethnic groups of South Africa have a very long tradition of beadworks. They show a high degree of professionalism in jewelry and decorative art using beads as the central medium. This anklet comes from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of ... moreSouth Africa.It was worn around the leg by both men and women as part of their ceremonial attires. On this anklet. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy bleu beads and the mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadwork from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery. 83612* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have rais
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Ndebele Beaded Wedding Apron South African SALE WAS $980
Type of Object, Beaded Apron Jocolo, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Cotton canvas fabric. Glass beads, leather. Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 21 inches W. x 28.5 inches H. Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, wear on leather. Loose and ripped with a few missing beads, minuscule holes in leather, Ndebele Beaded Apron JOCOLO African Beadwork Provenance: From the Collection of Peter Nelson. Who was a Peace Corps volunteer, collector, and dealer. These pieces were collected in the 1970s and very early 1980s. This piece is from his personal collection. Certificate of Provenance available! Additional Information: A superb and old piece. In good condition, showing clear evidence of wear and good age! This beaded apron is a work from the Ndebele.This kind of apron is called Jocolo. Jocolo is distinguished ... moreby five panels on the lower section. It is worn by the bride on wedding day. A complete bridal costume includes a beaded handband.umgaka) beaded front wedding veil(siyaya) a beaded blanket(orare) the bridal cloak, and a beaded bridal stick. Jocolo apron would be changed for a mapoto apron when the married woman would have her first child. The Ndebele of South Africa are superb beadworkers. Their beadworks are remarkable for their variety. Their bright colors, and their intricate designs. Beadwork has became a cultural icon of the Ndebele. Beadwork as well as mural art are important aspects of the Ndebele and South Africans peoples. They have a social meaning and are part of important ceremonies and their decorative aspects bring color and outstanding ornaments to their environment. Beadworks are considered as signs of status, wealth, and beauty. These artistic activities are devoted to women. Also, women, especially, are the most active users of beadworks. Young girls as well as little children also wear beadworks. Men also use beaded jewelry, beaded loincloth, and ceremonial accessories. In special events both men and women would wear garments made out of bead
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Xhosa Beaded Band Anklet or Armlet South African SALE WAS $150
Title, Xhosa Beaded Band Anklet or Armlet South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Anklet, Armlet or Headband or child waist belt, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Bead. String, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 15 inches L. x 2 inches W.   Overall Condition, Good. Damage/Repair, Loose and cut cotton thread strings, Additional Information: A wonderful Xhosa beaded band that could have been used as a armlet or a anklet or a headband. This beadwork comes from the Xhosa speaking people of the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. On this work. Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy blue beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times, beads were used as currencies ... moreand as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing objects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*70227* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase.
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Zulu Beaded Wedding Cape Isikoti South African SALE WAS $890
Title, Zulu Beaded Wedding Cape Isikoti South African, Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa. Kwa-Zulu natal. Escourt area  People, Zulu, Materials, Fabric. Beads, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 38 inches by 33 inches, Overall Condition, Excellent, Damage/Repair, Some loose stitching and broken beadwork, Zulu Beaded Wedding Cape. Isikoti, South Africa Additional Information: A superb piece! Isikoti/Wedding cape. Specially worn by the bride during the wedding ceremony around the shoulders to respect the in-law family. The cape is made out of eleven beaded panels stitched together. Each panel come from the members and relatives of the bride. They give to her as a gift when she goes to tell them about the wedding. She does this kind of invitation herself. Visiting all the relatives personal so that they ... morecan also tell her how big the step she took and how she must respect her new family. These panels joined together the day before the wedding took place. The bride uses it on the wedding ceremony and after that she will reduce the number of panels on the small cape to five or six panels and the rest will stay individual. The apron with more panels. She will wear that on special ceremonies and the individual panel will be the part of her daily attire. She will wear it around the shoulders everyday changing it as a symbol of marriage. The panels with alphabets and initials will be made by the bride herself as a symbol of passing her happiness. Triangle designs on panel three from the bottom represent robots. As a symbol of showing that every thing go step by step the same way as robots. S can be her initial or her lovers initial. Blue panel no. 2 from bottom it representing the royal family- normally come from her mother. Panel. 7 with blue and colours. The style called isifazi, its come from grand mother telling her that she is a grown women, she has to behave like one. Umfazi itâs a word used for married women. Two hanging beads- itâs representing that she got ma
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Ndebele Beaded Back Leather Apron South African Old SALE WAS $650
Title, Ndebele Beaded"Back" Leather Apron-OLD, Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, leather. Beads, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, Width is 29 inches.Length is 18 inches. Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, General wear, Additional Information: This apron was worn on the back with either a married woman's apron or a wedding apron. The Ndebele of South Africa are superb beadworkers. The women used to wear brass rings around their neck and legs. A few still do. But most now have gold plastic replicas with velcro, worn on ceremonial occasions. They wear aprons which are heavily beaded with glass beads, in geometric designs similar to those used to paint their houses. They wear beaded blankets like large shawls, and beadwork on their arms, ankles, and ... moreheads. Recommended Reading: For similar examples and much more information. See Courtney-Clarke's NDEBELE. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 74541* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shippi
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Ndebele Beaded Apron South African Pepetu Nelson Collection SALE WAS $950
Type of Object, Beaded Apron Pepetu, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, Cotton canvas fabric. Glass beads. Approximate Age, 1960s, Dimensions, 18 inches W. x 14 inches H. Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, extensive wear in the back. Holes in cotton cloth, strap cut, a few strands cut with missing beads in places, Ndebele Beaded Apron. PEPETU, African Beadwork Provenance: From the ... moreCollection of Peter Nelson. Who was a Peace Corps volunteer, collector, and dealer. These pieces were collected in the 1970s and very early 1980s. This piece is from his personal collection. Certificate of provenance available! Additional Information: A superb and old piece. In very good condition, showing clear evidence of wear, this beaded rectangular apron is a work from the Ndebele. Aprons such as this are known as pepetu. They are worn by young unmarried women. Wearing the pepetu apron means the young woman is ready to be married. She would wear such apron until her wedding day. On the wedding day she would wear a wedding apron Jojolo. After the wedding she will change the Jocolo apron and will wear a new beaded apron called mapoto until she will bear her first child. The Ndebele of South Africa are superb beadworkers. Their beadworks are remarkable for their variety. Their bright colors, and their intricate designs. Beadwork has became a cultural icon of the Ndebele. Beadwork as well as mural art are important aspects of the Ndebele and South Africans peoples. They have a social meaning and are part of important ceremonies and their decorative aspects bring color and outs
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Xhosa Beaded Belt Leather with Buckle South African SALE WAS $45
Title, Xhosa Beaded Belt Leather with Buckle South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Belt, Country of Origin, South Africa People, Xhosa, Materials, Beads. Leather, string, metal buckle(unknown metal content) Approximate Age, 1960s-1970s, Dimensions, 32 inches L. x 2.5 inches W.   Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, Torn at tail end; leather has some scrapes; loose strands, Xhosa style is recognized by the use of navy blue beads and mother of pearl buttons. The traditional function of the beads in this culture goes behind the simple fact that they embellish the objects. In early times. Beads were used as currencies and as valuable items for exchange and compensation. In Xhosa villages, today, beadworks continue to be seen as prestigious Objects. Xhosa beadworks testify to the great pride their makers took in producing ... moreobjects of quality. Recommended Reading: EZAKWANTU. Beadework from the Eastern Cape. 31 October 1993-29 May 1994. South African National Gallery*76442* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $100,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price.
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Zulu Beaded Choker Necklace South African SALE WAS $99
Title, Zulu Beaded Choker Necklace South African, Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Bead, Approximate Age, Mid 21st Century, Dimensions, 15 x 1 inches. Overall Condition, Good. Damage/Repair, Dirt and general wear. Additional Information: From Nquthu area Kwa-Zulu Natal. Worn by married and unmarried women. On the isishunka style. Zulu beadwork has a long history as beads were traded first by Arabs and later Europeans in exchange for ivory. Animal products and slaves. Beads were valued as currency as well as decoration. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and important item of personal expression. Stylistic ... morevariations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation although some variations occur contemporary beadwork based on fashion and political meaning. Colors and patterns could take on more personally expressive meanings as well in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Color and pattern then express symbolically, ideas of personal attachment and affection. Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White) SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. 74062* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedb
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Zulu Carved Meat Tray Platter Ugqoko South African SALE WAS $350.00
Title, Zulu Carved Meat Tray Ugqoko South Africa African, Type of Object, tray. Platter, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, wood, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 24 inches long x 3.75 inches H. x 10 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, chips. Dents, Additional Information: A Zulu wood carved tray or platter in oval form ending with a handle on each side. The patter stands ... moreon four legs and has designs in relief in the back. This well carved and used tray shows much handling and good age. It is carved in a single hard wood locally found. Such trays were used with great formality to serve meat(especially goat and cattle) during various rituals and in special events like weddings. Most of them are beautifully embellished with motifs in relief because they were also used as lids for other platters. See The Art of Southeast Africa from the Conru Collection. 2002, fig. 68. See also Lindsay Hooper. Domestic Arts: Carved wooden Objects in the Home. p. 87, in Zulu Treasures. Amagugu KaZulu. 1996, figs. W65, W66. I have examined this piece and agree with the description Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 87979* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which the
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Ndebele Beaded Wedding Veil Rare South African SALE WAS $390.00
Title, Ndebele Beaded Wedding Veil Jewelry Rare South African, Type of Object, Wedding veil. Glass trade beads, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Ndebele, Materials, beads, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 27" L x 3. W. Overall Condition, Fair Damage/Repair, Several tears. Dirt, missing beads, and general wear. We suggest this piece be framed, Additional Information: Ndebele women call these"snakes" and they are worn as wedding veils. Hanging from the back of the head or the back of the beaded blanket. These are woven without a loom, unlike the beadwork of Native Americans. The Ndebele of South Africa are superb bead workers. The women used to wear brass rings around their neck and legs. A few still do, but most now have gold plastic replicas with velcro, worn on ceremonial occasions. They wear aprons which ... moreare heavily beaded with glass beads, in geometric designs similar to those used to paint their houses. They wear beaded blankets like large shawls, and beadwork on their arms, ankles, and heads. For similar examples and much more information, see Courtney-Clarke's NDEBELE. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 74005* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $100,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seve
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Zulu Beaded Anklet Beadwork South African SALE WAS $165.00
Title, Zulu Beaded Anklet Beadwork South African, Type of Object, Beadwork, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Bead.Cotton thread, grass, rope, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, Length 14 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, A few beads missing, Additional Information: A zulu beaded Anklet decorations worn by married women. Made from red, green, and black beads. Zulu beadwork has been valued as currency. As decoration, and as a marker of identity. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized not only the beads themselves but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and an important item of personal expressionas well. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color ... moresequence indicate area or group affiliation. Colors and patterns take on more personally expressive meanings as in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well, with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. For similar piece see Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, pp. 50,72-73. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White) SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. 74799* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Work
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Dinka Five-legged Headrest or Low Stool South Sudan African SALE WAS $490.00
Title, Dinka Five-legged Headrest or Low Stool South Sudan African, Type of Object, artifact. Headrest, Country of Origin, South Sudan, People, Dinka, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 23.5 inches L. x 4.5 inches W. x 7 inches H. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear. Shallow cracks, dents, chips and scratches, Addtional Information: A wonderful Dinka five-legged Headrest ... moreor low stool in an unusual shape. The Dinka are a herder Nilotic group which is a group of peoples from the Nile Basin speaking Nilo-Saharan languages. Which are part of the northwestern Congo, Western Ethiopia, Southern Uganda and Kenya, northern Tanzania, and southern Sudan. These groups move according to the seasons from place to place in the search of water and gazing land for good pasturage. The Dinka inhabit the vast savanna of southern Sudan in Africa. Although the Dinka are the largest ethnic group in Sudan, their historical background remains obscured. As far as we know, the Dinka settled in the area around 1800 and often have been often in conflict with their neighboring peoples, such as the Atuot. Their reputation as redoubtable warriors comes from their successfully defense against the Ottoman centuries ago. Being a Valiant warrior is an important value the Dinka transmits to the youth. This value is taught through the initiation of young boys. At the end of the initiation, the boys are presented with a spear, a club and a shield, the equipment of a warrior. The lifestyle of the Dinka is that of the nomad and herders. Today Dinka people raise cattle and practice agri
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Zulu Painted Mat Holder Ibhaxa South African SALE WAS $279.00
Title, Zulu Painted Mat Holder Ibhaxa South African, Type of Object, Mat Holder. Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Wood. Paint, nails. Approximate Age, Mid twentieth century. Dimensions, 21.25 inches L. x 4.5 inches H. x 2.5 inches W, Overall Condition, Good. Damage/Repair, cracks in bottom. Worn corners, Additional Information: Zulu painted old mat holder or mat rack decorated with interesting geometiric and abstract designs in green. Red, black and white. This rack was used to store mats. See examples of mat holders in Lindsay Hooper's article"Domestic Arts-Carved Wooden Objects int he Home" in ZULU TREASURES-AMAGUGU kaZULU. Fig. W54, p. 87. 88109* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 ... moreand has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $100,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within seven days in the same condition you received it-just let us know you're returning it. You may have either a credit or a refund for your purchase price. Not including shipping both ways. If your original payment was made through PayPal, we'll refund you through PayPal; if you paid us directly with your credit card, we'll refund the credit card. Combining Shipping: You are welcome to wait to pay. And to combine multiple items for shipping. We ask that you
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Zulu Beadwork Married Woman Apron South African SALE WAS $250.00
Title, Zulu Beadwork Married Woman Apron Jewelry South African, Type of Object, Beadwork. Apron, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Cotton cloth. Glass Beads, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 27 x 14 inches. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, Dust. Minor stain, and general wear. Additional Information: Superb condition. This is probably older beadwork which has been resewn onto a newer cotton apron. Cotton cloth apron decorated with Green. Black, white, lue, and red beads. The base textile is a black cotton cloth. See South Africa Tribal Life Today by Morris and Levitas, plate 59 and Speaking with Beads by Morris, page 46. Zulu beadwork has been valued as currency. Decoration, and also as a marker of identity. Disingwayo the uncle of Shaka and Shaka himself, controlled the bead trade and monopolized ... morenot only the beads themselves but also the colors and designs available to groups within Shakaâs control. Beadwork became a status symbol and an important item of personal expression as well. Stylistic variations of beadwork such as pattern, color and color sequence indicate area or group affiliation. Colors and patterns take on more personally expressive meanings as in the case of Zulu âlove letters.â Recently beadwork has become a symbol of political identity as well, with color and pattern indicating political affiliation. Instead of beads being worn only by the conservative, traditional members of the community, wearing beadwork is increasingly being seen as reclaiming a cultural identity. Recommended Reading: Hlengiwe Dube. ZULU BEADWORK.TALKING WITH BEADS, AfricaDirect, Inc. Denver, 2009, 112 p. Jean Morris(text by Eleanor Preston-White) SPEAKING WITH BEADS. ZULU ARTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA. I have examined this piece and agree with the description Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 74801* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received mor
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Dinka Six-legged Headrest or Low Stool South Sudan African SALE WAS $490.00
Title, Dinka Six-legged Headrest or Low Stool South Sudan African, Type of Object, artifact. Headrest, Country of Origin, South Sudan, People, Dinka, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 19 inches L. x 7.25 inches H. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, General wear. Chips, dents, Addtional Information: A wonderful Dinka six-legged Headrest or low stool in an unusual shape. The Dinka are ... morea herder Nilotic group which is a group of peoples from the Nile Basin speaking Nilo-Saharan languages. Which are part of the northwestern Congo, Western Ethiopia, Southern Uganda and Kenya, northern Tanzania, and southern Sudan. These groups move according to the seasons from place to place in the search of water and gazing land for good pasturage. The Dinka inhabit the vast savanna of southern Sudan in Africa. Although the Dinka are the largest ethnic group in Sudan, their historical background remains obscured. As far as we know, the Dinka settled in the area around 1800 and often have been often in conflict with their neighboring peoples, such as the Atuot. Their reputation as redoubtable warriors comes from their successfully defense against the Ottoman centuries ago. Being a Valiant warrior is an important value the Dinka transmits to the youth. This value is taught through the initiation of young boys. At the end of the initiation, the boys are presented with a spear, a club and a shield, the equipment of a warrior. The lifestyle of the Dinka is that of the nomad and herders. Today Dinka people raise cattle and practice agriculture. Little is known about their art. Howev
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Zulu Staff Walking Stick Iqhabanga South African SALE WAS $149.00
Title, Zulu Staff/ Walking Stick Iqhabanga South Africa African, Type of Object, Staff, Country of Origin, South Africa, People, Zulu, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 37.5 inches H. 5.5 inch handle, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Age shallow cracks, Additional Information: Walking sticks made from a tree branch with its natural form were found throughout South Africa. Mozambique, ... moreTanzania, Kenya, etc. This one comes from the Zulu people from South Africa. They served as walkings sticks and would also be used as dance sticks by men. The wear of the surface shows that this scepter was used over an extended period of time. The patina is stunning and timeless and is consistent with the old age of this piece. 88110* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 45,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $100,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're we
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