Ubulunga
- Date: 1961-03-03 , 2024-10-23
- Subjects: Ubulunga necklace used by both genders of AbaThembu , Necklace
- Language: English
- Type: Personal adornment
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11672 , vital:75995
- Description: A unique cloth charm necklace adorned with strips of fur from the tail of a heifer cow, known as "inkomo yobulunga" in the isiXhosa-speaking community, holds great cultural significance. In isiXhosa-speaking communities, it is customary for each homestead to possess an inkomo yobulunga for specific purposes. This particular necklace is traditionally worn by girls and women to promote good health. Additionally, boys wear this necklace during the ulwaluko initiation ritual, a significant rite of passage among isiXhosa-speaking communities. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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- Date Issued: 1961-03-03
Ubulunga bobudlezana
- Date: 1961-03-03 , 2024-10-23
- Subjects: Ubulunga bobudlezana necklace used by nursing mothers among AbaThembu, AmaGcaleka AmaXesibe and AmaBomvana , Necklace
- Language: English
- Type: Personal adornment
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/11260/11662 , vital:75994
- Description: A neckband crafted from carefully woven strands of white hair, meticulously secured in elegant ovals and bordered with a buttonhole stitch. The hair is sourced from the tail of a heifer cow known as "inkomo yobulunga" within the isiXhosa-speaking community. This remarkable necklace is specially designed for nursing mothers to wear during their confinement period, symbolising tradition, care, and support during this important phase of motherhood. , Purchased from Mrs Joan Broster , Forms part of: Walter Sisulu University Beadwork Collection
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- Date Issued: 1961-03-03