Beer Pot Cover (Imbengi)
Zulu people, South Africa
Glass trade beads, grasses
8" (20.2 cm) in diameter by 1.5" (3.7 cm) high
Mid 20th century
These beaded covers were used over the mouth of a traditional ceramic beet pot, Ukhamba, to protect the sorghum beer from dust and flies. This graphic example is in great condition.
#6623
