‡Khomani San crafts - Engraved Ostrich Eggshells

Intricately engraved ostrich eggshells made by the ǂKhomani in the Northern Cape, South Africa.

A small group of ǂKhomani individuals, mainly relations of the original claimants of the area, produce authentic original crafts, selling them to tourists from roadside stalls. Many crafts consist entirely of natural products while others incorporate modern materials. The crafters make minimal income, often spending days in the sun without a sale.

Dr Julie Grant has worked with the ǂKhomani community since 2005 as a researcher and advocate. She was co-ordinator of the ǂKhomani community office from 2014 to 2017. She directly supplies these products to the Origins Centre so we can sell them in our shop and help support the artists and community.