Zulu Cow Hair Swatch

Zulu Cow Hair Swatch
$49-00

Zulu Cow Hair Swatch

Size: 55 cm

An African Zulu Swatch that is decorated in Zulu bead work. Most people do not know what this Zulu item is, but it is one of the most traditional items used by traditional Sangorna's or witch doctors of the Zulu tribal people.

The Zulu Swatch is said to have mystical powers and is used mostly by the Zulu witch doctor during his or her fortune telling. The swatch is handcrafted and has a wooden shaft or handle that is covered in traditional Zulu beads which then runs into the cow hair swatch. This is used to hit on the ground or over a person and it is this hitting action that bring out a swishing sound.

The witch doctor uses this Zulu swatch to bless the warriors before battle and then predict the future for that warrior. Usually this will be accompanied by bones being thrown on the ground and their fortune told.

This is an unusual item and has become a sort after collectors dream. A true Zulu creation. The Zulu Swatch is handcrafted and has a wooden handle that is covered in traditional Zulu beads in their traditional colors and patterns and the hair from the tail of the cow is used to make the Swatch whiskers.

All sizes listed are approximate. The African Zulu swatch you purchase and receive may differ just slightly in size, look, and/or color from the Zulu swatch shown in the picture because each African swatch is handcrafted and handcrafted by individual artists