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Weapons
Antique Zulu-Nguni Shield – Ihawu – South Africa – Former British Collection
19th century. Cowhide cm. 64,7 x cm. 41,0 (25.47″ x 16.14″). The wooden handle is 90,0 cm high (35.43″). Former British collection.
A Nguni shield is a traditional, pointed oval-shaped, ox…
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Head Adornments, Other ObjectsOld Zulu Earplugs – Iziqhaza – South Africa
400,00€Mid 20th century. Wood, vinyl, metal studs. Diameter cm. 6,4 (2.52″), spessore cm. 2,0 (0,79″). Grams 90,8 (3.20″).
The earplugs identified the wearer as being Zulu.
Ear piercing was an important ceremony,…
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Head Adornments, Other Objects
Old Zulu Earplugs – Iziqhaza – South Africa
Mid 20th century. Wood, vinyl, metal studs. Diameter cm. 5,5 (2.17″), spessore cm. 1,7 (0,67″). Grams 87,7 (3.09″).
The earplugs identified the wearer as being Zulu.
Ear piercing was an important ceremony,…
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Weapons
Old Zulu-Nguni Hide Shield – Ihubelo – South Africa
0,00€1950′-60′. Cowhide cm. 90,0 x cm. 52,5 (35.43″ x 20.67″).
A Nguni shield is a traditional, pointed oval-shaped, ox or cowhide shield which is used by various ethnic groups among the…
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Weapons
Antique Zulu-Nguni Hide Shield – Ihawu – South Africa
19th century. Cowhide cm. 56,5 x cm. 41,0 (22.24″ x 16.14″).
A Nguni shield is a traditional, pointed oval-shaped, ox or cowhide shield which is used by various ethnic groups among…
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Head Adornments, Other Objects
Beautiful Extra Fine Traditional Zulu Hat – Ischolo – South Africa
0,00€Cotton. Diameter cm. 28,0 (11.02″); cm. 12 high (4.72″).
The flared shape of these Zulu women’s hats (isicholo) reflect the original design of the hairstyle on which they are based. Originally…
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Other Objects
Old Large Traditional Zulu Hat – Ischolo – South Africa
Mid 20th century. Diameter cm. 46,0 (18.11″).
The flared shape of these Zulu women’s hats (isicholo), dyed with red ochre, reflect the original design of the hairstyle on which they are… -
WeaponsOld Fine Zulu Club – Knobkerry – South Africa
299,95€Early to mid 20th century. Carved hardwood. Height: 51.0 cm (20.08 inches); weight: 304.1 g (10.73 oz).
This is an antique fighting and throwing club, also known as a knobkerrie. Typically… -
Other Objects, Other Textile
Authentic Zulu Married Womans Hat – Ischolo – South Africa
Cotton fibres; diameter cm. 25,0 (8.94″).
These hats were the man’s wedding gift to the woman.
The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are a Bantu ethnic group of Southern Africa. The Zulu…
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Necklaces
Old Fine Zulu Necklace – South Africa
Glass beads. Approx. cm. 33,0 in length (12.99″). The central piece is cm. 9,0 x cm. 4,5 (3.54″ x 1.77″). Excellent good conditions.
The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are…
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Other Objects
Old Huge Zulu Buffalo Horn For Water – South Africa
Buffalo horn, wood, leather. Approx. cm. 58,0 in length (22.83″); weight: grams 2022,0 (71.32 oz.).
The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are a Bantu ethnic group of Southern Africa. The… -
Other Adornement
Old Fine Zulu Belt – South Africa
Glass beads. Approx. cm. 93,0 in length (36.61″), cm. 6,0 high (2.36″); weight: grams 117,8 (4.16 oz.). Some damage due to age and use.
The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are…
