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Quiver and Arrow

1939

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Quiver two arrows made by a special craftsman from cowhide cut with a knife. The hide is made wet and sewn with an awl and thread from sinew from a cow's back. The arrow heads are made by a blacksmith and is never sold in the market but exchanged for goats. It is used by men for hunting and fighting when necessary.

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  • Title: Quiver and Arrow
  • Date Created: 1939
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Quiver and Arrow
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Iron, Sticks & Feathers
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Iziaka & Muvi ina isughu
  • Community: Taveta
  • Collection Date: 1970-01-16
  • Collected By: Peter Nzuki
National Museums of Kenya

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