Dwuza Trade Bead Pillow
kanju’s Dwuza Pillow features a sunburst design of ostrich shell beads (lightly textured warm white beads drilled by hand from ostrich egg shells), bone, lucite abalone, and hammershell sequins radiating around a single cast bronze bead.
Dwuza (Doo-er) means “sun” in Chichewa. kanju’s Dwuza Pillow features a sunburst design of ostrich shell beads (lightly textured warm white beads drilled by hand from ostrich egg shells), bone, lucite abalone, and hammershell sequins radiating around a single cast bronze bead.
Beneath thatched roofs and in the shade of mango trees, kanju artisans sew, bead, and embroider South African plush cotton pillow covers in both vibrant and subtle hues. Fabric is embellished with unique trade beads sourced from across Africa, some of them centuries old.
Measurements
Square - 18" x 18"
Materials
Cotton, Bronze, Glass, Shells
Each pillow is French-seamed and features a concealed zipper closure.
Colors
Cream, Dusty Lilac
Each is one-of-a-kind and possesses its own unique personality. Variations between items received and images shown can occur.
Origin
Malawi
Style indoors or outdoors in a dry place. Color may fade over time when left in direct light. Best to hand wash as gently as possible in cool water with mild soap or dry clean.
Specifications
Color | Aqua or Cream or Dusty Lilac or Indigo Grey |