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Auction #119 begins on 14 Nov 2024

Tyrrell, Barbara & Jurgens, Peter

AFRICAN HERITAGE & TRIBAL PEOPLE OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

Reserve: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $55

Bidding opens: 14 Nov 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 21 Nov 16:30 GMT

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1. African Heritage

276 pages, distribution map, 43 full-page colour plates by Barbara Tyrrell, line drawings in the text, blue cloth, a good copy in the dust jacket.

By Barbara Tyrrell and Peter Jurgens. Tyrrell's carefully observed, detailed illustrations capture the vanishing tribal traditions of Southern Africa. Zulu, Sotho, Ngwane, Sotho, Nguni, Venda, Ndebele, Bhaca, Swazi, Ntwana, Mphondo, Mfengu.

A fascinating insight into the vanishing traditions and day to day living of the various tribes in Southern Africa.

2. Tribal Peoples of Southern Africa

Books of Africa, Cape Town, 1968. White pictorial covers, dust jacket, 206 pages. A goop copy.

The text is illustrated with 96 colour and 76 line drawings by the author. Classic, comprehensive account of all the tribal peoples of southern africa, with details on dress, migrations, traditions and customs. Inscription on title page.

  • Jacket Condition: Good
  • Binding Condition: Good
  • Overall Condition: Good
  • Size: 22 x 30 cm


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