Beaded Apron - Vintage African Dod Banners This bone dog sits up

This bone dog sits up straight and each one is a bit unique in the detailed glaze design on the head & base

Credits - The 6 Original Large Sugar Skulls with the bag of sugar were made by Margarita Ramirez - An excellent example of decorating

The catrina exemplified the rich French women living in Mexico during the oppressive dictatorship called the Porfiriato (1890 – 1910 when the Revolution began)

Hibiscus on Blue design - assorted lining patterns

Beaded Apron - Vintage African Dod Banners This bone dog sits upThis is a traditional beaded apron from Southern Africa likely the Tsonga or Ndebele people. This type of apron is worn by women and signifies their social and marital status. It is a ceremonial apron worn by married women. The five panels at the bottom (implied by the four large squares in the design) represent the children the woman is expected to bear, or "calves". Size 8 inches x 10 inches wide