Iphoco

Title: Iphoco
Subject: Iphoco necklace used by young men and women of Qebe location which is rich in the tradidions of AbaThembu
Subject: Necklace
Date Issued: 1960-06-16
Date: 1960-06-16
Date: 2024-10-23
Type: personal adornment
Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11724
Identifier: vital:76000
Description: The necklace is a striking symbol of cultural heritage, featuring five elegantly designed flat bead tabs arranged in a graceful chevron pattern. Primarily decorative, this exquisite piece is worn during the vibrant Entlombeni dance by both young men and women. The beads are meticulously crafted from fine porcelain, while a lustrous pearl button adds an extra touch of elegance. This necklace holds particular significance for the young men and women of Qebe in the Engcobo District, a region rich in the traditions of AbaThembu community. Each element of the necklace not only enhances its beauty but also connects the wearer to their cultural identity and the spirited celebration of dance.
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 Beads and cotton string Original is in good condition Walter Sisulu University
Rights: For research purposes only. Physical item available on request
Rights: Walter Sisulu University

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