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It is used by women for handling thorn trees. The hook is used for pulling the cut bush along while the fork is used to push the bush in position and weave the branches into a tight net. The handle is made from edome branches cut into shape.

Details

  • Title: Thorn Bush Handler
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Thorn Bush Handler
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Wood
  • Photographer: GibsPhotography
  • Local Name: Ereges
  • Community: Turkana
  • Collection Date: 1970-08-05
  • Collected By: M.D. Gwynne

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