- Title
- Isiphondo sabasetyhini
- Subject
- Beadwork
- Subject
- Medicine horn
- Date Issued
- 10-10-1960
- Date
- 10-10-1960
- Date
- 2024-10-28
- Type
- Personal adornment
- Identifier
- http://hdl.handle.net/11260/12148
- Identifier
- vital:76058
- Description
- The enchanting miniature bottle captures the eye, meticulously crafted from recycled plastic that gleams with a delicate array of decorative beads. Each bead catches the light, creating a mesmerizing sparkle, while the bottle is adorned with exquisite pearl buttons and lustrous pearls that exude elegance and charm. Gracefully draping from the bottle are four elongated streamers, each flowing downwards in a gentle dance, culminating in fluffy pink wool pompoms that inject a playful whimsy into the design. Traditionally worn by women during spirited dance gatherings, this striking necklace embodies the essence of a love potion, a Philtre. It is shrouded in legend, believed to enchant and captivate the hearts of those who come into contact with it, adding an air of magic and allure to any festive occasion.
- 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 Plastic bottle, beads,pearls, pearl button, pearls and pink pompoms 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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WSU Beadwork Collection
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