- Title
- Inkciyo yomntwana
- Subject
- Beadwork
- Subject
- Genital girdle.
- Date Issued
- 1954-07-01
- Date
- 1954-07-01
- Date
- 2023-09-01
- Type
- Personal adornment
- Identifier
- http://hdl.handle.net/11260/9073
- Identifier
- vital:72247
- Description
- The genital girdle crafted entirely from beads, featuring a fringed apron delicately supported by a woven strap in the distinctive ithambeka design, embodies a tradition deeply rooted in cultural significance and familial love. Designed to adorn the smallest members of the community, this exquisite garment serves as more than just an adornment; it's a symbol of protection, prosperity, and the nurturing embrace of tradition. As babies begin to crawl and take their tentative first steps, the girdle offers a sense of security and encouragement, guiding their explorations with gentle grace. Each bead woven into its fabric carries with it the hopes and dreams of their family and community, creating a tapestry of love and connection. Through the act of donning this girdle, infants are enveloped in the warmth of their cultural heritage from the earliest moments of their lives, instilling a sense of belonging and identity that will accompany them on their journey of growth and discovery. Thus, the genital girdle becomes not only a cherished keepsake but also a powerful symbol of the enduring bond between past, present, and future generations within the community.
- Description
- Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster
- Description
- Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
- Format
- image/jpeg
- Format
- 1 digital, JPG file, color
- Language
- English
- Relation
- still image Glass beads, pearl buttons and cotton string. 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
- Rights
- Walter Sisulu University
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