Skirt Tassels

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

This skirt tassel is made from cowhide decorated with aluminum bands and a brass bullet case attached to it on one end. The aluminium is obtained from cutting and melting old cooking pots. It is used and made by girls age thirteen and above.

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Title: Skirt Tassels
Location: Kenya
Type: Skirt Tassels
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Wood & Iron
Photographer: GibsPhotography
Local Name: Gar-ar
Community: Rendille
Collection Date: 1978-08-08
Collected By: Colvin

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