Jocolo or ijogolo (married woman's ceremonial apron)

Ndebele artist

mid-20th century

Not on view

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Title: Jocolo or ijogolo (married woman's ceremonial apron)
Artist: Ndebele artist
Date: mid-20th century
Geography: South Africa
Culture: Ndebele peoples
Medium: Leather, glass beads, metal
Dimensions: Length 27-1/4 in.
Classification: Beads-Costumes
Credit Line: Bequest of John B. Elliott, 1997
Object Number: 1999.47.98
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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