Dinka Man attatching Cowtail Tassel to Ox, South Sudan

Carol Beckwith

African Ceremonies
Friday Harbor, United States

As a sign of affection, Mabuor Madeng attaches a trimmed cowtail tassel to the horn of his namesake ox to draw attention to the elegant shape of the horns.

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Title: Dinka Man attatching Cowtail Tassel to Ox, South Sudan
Creator: Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher
Location: South Sudan
Copyright: copyright Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher

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