The Zulu of Africa

The Zulu of Africa
Title The Zulu of Africa PDF eBook
Author Nita Gleimius
Publisher Lerner Publications
Pages 58
Release 2002-01-01
Genre Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN 9780822506614

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Describes the history, culture, modern and traditional economies, religion, family life, and language of South Africa's Zulu people, as well as the region in which they live.

Zulu Beadwork

Zulu Beadwork
Title Zulu Beadwork PDF eBook
Author Hlenge Dube
Publisher Africa Direct
Pages 116
Release 2009
Genre Art
ISBN

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Zulu Beadwork: Talk with Beads is a study of Zulu beadwork by perhaps the greatest living expert on the subject. Hlengiwe Dube¿s knowledge is direct and personal, drawn from her own experience and stories passed down by her mother and grandmother. In an unpretentious, conversational style, she explains the unspoken words of traditional beadwork designs. Including chapters on historical and regional trends, Zulu Beadwork: Talk with Beads is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about African art from the people who live it.

Symmetry Comes of Age

Symmetry Comes of Age
Title Symmetry Comes of Age PDF eBook
Author Dorothy Koster Washburn
Publisher University of Washington Press
Pages 396
Release 2004
Genre Art
ISBN 9780295983660

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The two volumes together offer readers a new window into the communicative importance of design."--Jacket.

Zulu Inspired Beadwork

Zulu Inspired Beadwork
Title Zulu Inspired Beadwork PDF eBook
Author Diane Fitzgerald
Publisher Interweave
Pages 0
Release 2007-11-01
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9781596680340

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Celebrating the culture of South Africa's indigenous Zulu population, this craft book showcases 25 stunning projects using dozens of previously unpublished beadwork techniques. The projects include netted diamond earrings, a zigzag chain, a netted triangle and swag bracelet, and a Zulu wedding necklace and are illustrated with easy-to-follow diagrams and helpful hints. Along with novel techniques for netting, wrapping, fringing, and braiding, the history of the Zulu people is also presented, accompanied by gorgeous full-color photography of the region.

The Illustrated Bead Bible

The Illustrated Bead Bible
Title The Illustrated Bead Bible PDF eBook
Author Theresa Flores Geary
Publisher Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Pages 432
Release 2008
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9781402723537

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From Abalone to Zipper Stitch, this profusely illustrated guide covers a broad range of beading subjects and presents encyclopedic entries on historical background, technical details and cultural customs.

Speaking with Beads

Speaking with Beads
Title Speaking with Beads PDF eBook
Author Jean Morris
Publisher Thames & Hudson
Pages 94
Release 1994
Genre Art
ISBN 9780500277577

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The beadwork designs of the Zulu-speaking people of southern Africa have evolved from a craft tradition that developed over many generations. Carefully researched and filled with exciting photographs, 'Speaking with Beads' presents jewelry, ornamental headdresses, capes, aprons, beaded panels and other decorative forms.

African Textiles

African Textiles
Title African Textiles PDF eBook
Author John Gillow
Publisher Chronicle Books
Pages 252
Release 2003-09
Genre Art
ISBN 0811841669

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Traces a boy's journey across India as he searches for a sacred buffalo bell stolen from his tribe.