Wooden substructure decorated with cloth,
wire, traditional Zulu beadwork and sneakers 'tackie'
Description: Lobolile has no formal education.
She started making crafts in 1984 and was
taught by her mother, Hluphekile a very
creative woman who is still practicing her craft.
These skills are being passed down through the
generations as Lobolile teaches her 10 children
ranging in age from 26 to 2 years of age. She
has 6 daughters most of whom assist her in her
craft making, which is comprised of both
extraordinary beaded cloth dolls & beaded
jewelry. Lobolile has also taught crafts to
interested members of her community. Her dolls
are expressive & powerful, and each tells a unique
story of how rural women are dealing with the
devastating effects of the AIDS virus. Through her
works this message has spread internationally.
Dimensions: 28" height x 10" width x 7 1/2" depth
Hat Dimensions: 10" diameter
Due to the handmade quality of the doll, she will not
stand tall perfectly straight.
