Aranda Tribal Black Stripe Xhosa 180x200 White/black

55% Acrylic
40% Poly/cotton
5% cotton.

This Xhosa blanket is traditionally used to wrap the body for burial. It is occasionally used during the initiation ceremony. Tribal Black Stipe has an open selvedge to which the family of the deceased will attach a binding and add embroidery depicting the person’s life story.

Composition: 55% acrylic, 40% polyester and 5% cotton.
Wash Care Instructions:
Gentle wash
Do not bleach
Do not iron
Dry cleanable
Do not tumble dry
Reccomend blanket to be air dried naturally
Keep away from fire

This Xhosa blanket is traditionally used to wrap the body for burial. It is occasionally used during the initiation ceremony. The Ingcawe has a whipped edge whereas the Tribal Black Stipe has an open selvedge to which the family of the deceased will attach a binding and add embroidery depicting the person’s life story.

SIZE 180 x 200cm

Aranda Tribal Black Stripe Xhosa Blanket 180x200cm White/black