Belt Item Number: K5.96 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Three green beaded rolls with a beaded geometric patterned flap consisting of a blue x-shape with two red diagonal lines, both of which have triangles outlined by black on a white background. The flap is bordered by red beads with some blue along the inner bottom. Three pink beaded rolls with a full fringe of red, white, and blue beads. The three green beaded rolls and the three pink beaded rolls are attached by three open work beaded bands and brass buttons on each side. Sections of beaded, rolled fabric.
History Of Use
Worn by men, with bead fringe covering front and bead panel covering rear.
Item History
- Made in South Africa between 1875 and 1925
- Owned by Union College before July 1960
- Received from Union College (Donor) during July 1960
What
Who
- Culture
- Zulu
- Previous Owner
- Union College
- Received from
- Union College (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- South Africa
When
- Creation Date
- between 1875 and 1925
- Ownership Date
- before July 1960
- Acquisition Date
- during July 1960
Other
- Item Classes
- beadwork
- Condition
- fair
- Current Location
- Case 102
- Accession Number
- 0025/0064