Chest Ornament

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Cowrie shells strung on cowhide thongs. It is made and worn by girls and married women for circumcision dances. It is worn over one shoulder across the chest.

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Title: Chest Ornament
Location: Kenya
Type: Chest Ornament
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Cowrie shell,Cowhide
Photographer: GibsPhotography
Local Name: Muthotia
Community: Mwimbe
Collection Date: 1972-02-03
Collected By: Peter Nzuki

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