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A Zulu Wedding, South Africa
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A Zulu Wedding, South Africa
A Zulu Wedding, South Africa Date: circa 1930s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attire Bowl Elaborate Extended Guests Marital Mats Oct16 Umbrella Zulu Zululand Zulus
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This photograph captures the essence of a traditional Zulu wedding in South Africa during the 1930s. The image is filled with an air of excitement and joy as an extended Zulu family and guests gather to celebrate the marital union of two young individuals. The bride, resplendent in her intricately beaded and adorned costume, sits regally on a mat, her face adorned with the symbolic white clay, signifying purity and fertility. The groom, dressed in his finest attire, stands proudly by her side, holding a large bowl and an umbrella, symbols of his role as a provider and protector. The elaborate costumes of the guests add to the vibrant and colorful atmosphere of the wedding. The women wear brightly colored skirts, adorned with beads and cowrie shells, while the men don animal skins and feathers. The scene is set against the backdrop of a simple yet beautiful outdoor setting, with mats spread out for seating and traditional Zulu huts in the background. The Zulu wedding was an elaborate and extended affair, often lasting for several days, and was an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the union of two families. The wedding was also an important rite of passage, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of the bride and groom, as they embarked on their journey as a married couple. This photograph is a rare and beautiful glimpse into the rich cultural traditions of the Zulu people, providing a window into their history and way of life during the 1920s and 30s in South Africa.
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