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Dedan Kimathi

Waswa Kinta1970/1980

Kenya National Archives

Kenya National Archives
Nairobi, Kenya

Banana leaves have many uses in art and craft in Kenya, exemplified by these fine mosaics by Waswa Kinta and other artists. Dedan Kimathi is a Kenyan historical figure well renowned for leading the Mau Mau figh against British colonization. He was executed in 1957.

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  • Title: Dedan Kimathi
  • Creator: Waswa Kinta
  • Creator Lifespan: 1970
  • Date: 1970/1980
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Banana Fibre Mosaic
  • Rights: Kenya National Archives
Kenya National Archives

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