What it is?
Fulfilled by our friends at Thula Tula
LUXURIOUSLY SOFT AND COZY
This luxuriously soft, cozy, lightweight, and hypoallergenic throw will sometimes be a superhero cloak, other times a picnic blanket but always a keeper of memories.
The African Nguni cattle print throw is a gorgeous expression of Africa's soul. Each woven strand holds the intricate stories of the African people that helped bring your blanket to life. Every fiber wraps you in comfort and warmth like that of your grandmother's embrace.
The Xhosa, Zulu, and Swazi people brought the first ancestors of today’s Nguni cattle to Southern Africa during their migration from East Africa between 600 and 1400 AD. Since then, the Nguni have played an important social, economic and spiritual role in these societies. The beauty and uniqueness of each cow’s skin has long been cataloged in the tribe’s poetry. A creamy, dun-colored hide is called ‘sour milk’ whilst the name given to a brown or red Nguni with large spots and faint white edging is ‘the stones of the Ngoye forest.’ One of the most famous stories surrounding these beautiful beasts is that of King Shaka of the Zulus. The king bred specific color patterns for the many regiments of his army. This would help identify who was in command during battle. His elite personal guard was recognized by their pure white cowhides, from the Nguni royal herd.
Key Benefits
Hypoallergenic, No toxic dyes or chemicals used...ever
Sustainably and ethically made In South Africa
Soft, warm perfect for outdoors and indoors
Machine washable, pet and kid-friendly
Size: 55in x 71in / 140cm x 180cm
Material
100% super soft, warm, lightweight, and hypoallergenic microfiber with a triple jacquard weave, open selvedge.