Cloak

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Colobus monkey skin cloak made by men and used by old men. The skin of colobus monkey is sewn round until it makes a cape. It is worn as a sign of leadership in communities.

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Title: Cloak
Location: Kenya
Type: Cloak
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Colobus monkey skin
Photographer: GibsPhotography
Community: Luo

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