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This ear plug is made from maize stalk by the women in the community. It is worn by women of all ages for everyday use. They keep the hole on the earlobe open for wearing aluminium spike earrings for dance and ceremonial occasions.
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Details
- Title: Ear plugs
- Location: Kenya
- Type: Ear plugs
- Rights: National Museums of Kenya
- Medium: Maize Stalk
- Photographer: GibsPhotography
- Local Name: Vifufu
- Community: Giriama
- Collection Date: 1969-01-28
- Collected By: E.J.B
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