Description:
This antique beaded
garment was made by the women of the African Ndebele tribe of Southern
Africa. These aprons defined a woman's marriageable (or not) status. The
geometric beadwork is sewn onto a very stiff canvas and works well displayed
on a wall.
More information
on the Ndebele can be found on Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ndebele_people_(South_Africa)
Condition:
The canvas and straps
show age and a small area of beads are missing, please see close up below).
Dimensions:
" x " .
This
item may be previewed and or purchased at:
Eclectisaurus
249 Gerrard Street
East
Toronto, Canada
M5A 2G1
Store Hours:
Wednesday through
Sunday from Noon to 7 pm.
If you have any questions
about this item
please email us
or call 416-934-9009.
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