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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Man's Wedding Apron (ibeshu)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Man's Wedding Apron (ibeshu)

Artist Zulu Artist
Datec. 1940
Made/manufacturedSouth Africa, Africa
MediumGlass beads, leather, fiber
Dimensions26 1/4 x 25 7/8 in. (66.7 x 65.7 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of William D. and Norma Canelas Roth
Object number2005.47.9
Collections
DescriptionFish-tail shaped polished leather flap with beaded borders and bands on top; secured around waist with drawstring. White, black, blue, green, pink and red beads. Rings of multicolored beads in center of panel.
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
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