Neck Ornament

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

This is a neck ornament made and worn by women. The cowrie shells are attached to the leather with sisal fibre thread. It is worn during traditional dances.

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Details

Title: Neck Ornament
Location: Kenya
Type: Neck Ornament
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Cowrie shells, leather and sisal
Photographer: GibsPhotography
Local Name: Kikutu
Community: Kamba
Collection Date: 1971-07-19
Collected By: Nyinze

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