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Bracelet

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Twisted iron bracelet made by a blacksmith working in polodeuck Falls. Worn by anybody on advice from the medicine man to protect his body from all illness. Worn at night by males. Can have a knot if desired or not.

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  • Title: Bracelet
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Bracelet
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Iron
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Sirere
  • Community: Bukusu
  • Collection Date: 1971-11-20
  • Collected By: Jean Polown
National Museums of Kenya

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