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Beaded belt threaded on muamba(baobab) thread and wound around a textile core. It is made and worn by girls around the waist after circumcision during traditional ceremonies called nzulya, Keve and Muilu.

Details

  • Title: Belt
  • Location: Kenya
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Beads
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Community: Kamba

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