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This traditional sword is made of a wooden haft with a metallic head covered with cow sheath. The wood is cut from owahado tree. It is used as a weapon by warriors during warfare and for slaughtering of animals.

Details

  • Title: Sword
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Sword
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Wood,Iron,Leather
  • Photographer: GibsPhotography
  • Local Name: Bir-lad
  • Community: Rendille
  • Collection Date: 1978-08-08
  • Collected By: Colvin

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