- Title
- Inkciyo yomfazana
- Description
- The girdle, adorned with radiant yellow beads symbolising the essence of fertility, holds a profound significance within traditional cultures, particularly among young women. More than just an accessory, this ornate garment serves as a tangible expression of cultural values and beliefs, embodying the hopes and aspirations of generations past and present. Crafted with meticulous care and adorned with vibrant hues, the girdle represents not only the physical beauty of its wearer but also the promise of abundance and vitality in the journey of womanhood. Worn with pride and reverence, it becomes a beacon of strength and resilience, guiding young women through life's transitions with grace and dignity. As they embrace their roles within their communities, these girdles remind them of the inherent power and beauty within, nurturing a sense of belonging and empowerment among those who wear them. Through the generations, adorning these girdles with yellow beads endures, weaving the threads of tradition, culture, and identity into a tapestry of beauty and meaning.
- Description
- Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster
- Description
- Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
- Date
- 1954-07-01, 2024-10-22
- Subject
- Inkciyo, a girdle designed for young women of AbaThembu
- Subject
- Girdle.
- Type
- Personal adornment
- Identifier
- http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11368
- Identifier
- vital:75960
- Format
- image/jpeg, 1 digital, JPG file, color
- Language
- English
- Relation
- Beadwork Brass washer,cloth strings, glass/porcelain bead, brass button and strings Original is in good condition Walter Sisulu University
- Rights
- For research purposes only. Physical item and JPG file is available on request for research purposes via zmadyibi@wsu.ac.za, Walter Sisulu University
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