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Decolonising Jewellery. Article part of the Master Degree Thesis by Khanya Mthethwa

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Published: 26.01.2023
Decolonising Jewellery. Article part of the Master Degree Thesis by Khanya Mthethwa.

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Intro
Jewellery is a form of adornment that has been around since ancient times. It is a reflection of a person's style, culture, and personality. As a South African jewellery designer, I seek to find ways of expressing my heritage and that of other indigenous people by questioning, what is a South African alternative to contemporary jewellery?