Amulet

1970

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

This amulet is made of wood obtained from the bush tied together using a thread and is fumigated with mpefu incense to activate it. The person who wears this charm is believed to be safe from being attacked by hippopotamus on land or in water.

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Details

Title: Amulet
Date Created: 1970
Location: Kenya
Type: Amulet
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Wood
Photographer: GibsPhotography
Local Name: Pindi
Community: Pokomo
Collection Date: 1970-05-06
Collected By: R.Bunge

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