The Jocolo is a beaded apron worn by a married Ndeble woman in South Africa. Either goatskin or canvas, it is worn on ceremonial occasions, and only after the woman has born children. With its five front panels, it is the most elaborately decorated and formal piece of women's beadwork. Predates the 1950s.
Often the central panel is longer and is referred to as UMAMA, described as the 'mother to the children'.
Marked down on sale as is as top portion of skirt is missing.
19 ⅞" x 17 inches
