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Back apron

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Goatskin aprons worn by older girls and women for daily use. Decorated with a few beads. They were made by the women and worn behind, covering their buttocks. Each apron required 2 or 3 goatskins.

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  • Title: Back apron
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Back apron
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Hide
  • Photographer: GibsPhotography
  • Local Name: Muthuru
  • Community: Kikuyu
  • Collection Date: 1969-02-11
  • Collected By: E.J.B and Samuel M.
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