Scoop chisel

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

A tool with a carved blade made by blacksmith fitted with a wooden handle cut from mulundi tree. The blade was fitted to the handle by hitting it into the haft when red hot. This tool is used by old men for hollowing eating bowls.

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Title: Scoop chisel
Location: Kenya
Type: Scoop chisel
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Iron & Wood
Photographer: Gibsphotography
Local Name: Kiaro
Community: Taita
Collection Date: 1970-01-17
Collected By: Peter Nzuki

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