• Zulu Earplugs

    Zulu Earplugs

    R4,950.00

    Uncover Zulu culture through earplugs, vital in pre-puberty ceremonies. Stretched over time, these earplugs symbolized domicile, clan, and Zulu identity with distinctive colors. In the 40s and 50s, artists reached new heights using Marley floor tiles, creating intricate designs with interlocking geometric patterns. Crafted in the Msinga area of KwaZulu-Natal, these earplugs, made with unique materials, epitomize Zulu artistic heritage.

  • Zulu Food Platter

    Zulu Food Platter

    R4,950.00

    Experience Zulu tradition with this uGqoko, a carved wooden tray crafted from a single piece of hard wood. Historically used with formality to serve various foods, it remains a vital item in daily use. Typically made from locally sourced Kiaat wood, the Zulu serving plate features handles for easy handling and can be inverted over another platter as a cover. Adorned with relief carvings of traditional Zulu patterns, these trays showcase the artist’s skill, often enhanced with vibrant colours.