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Knife

1950

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

This is a knife for skinning and cutting flesh. The iron is dug out of the ground and smelted thoroughly until when its very hot, it is then beaten into the shaped required. A handle is obtained from wood and the knife is kept in a safe place after use. Made by men and used by both men and women.

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  • Title: Knife
  • Date Created: 1950
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Knife
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Wood, Iron
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Omobano
  • Community: Isukha (Luyha)
  • Collection Date: 1969-06
  • Collected By: Enoji Teacher Training College
National Museums of Kenya

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