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Small circular brass wristlet with dotted marks on some parts. Made from brass which was cut, heated in hot burning charcoal, when hot it is removed placed on a stone anvil and hammered, finally coiled to desired shape hence the dotted marks engraving is also done on it. Made by a "Jire" and worn on the wrist.

Details

  • Title: Wristlet
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Wristlet
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Brass
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Surutial
  • Community: Samburu
  • Collection Date: 1999-08-25
  • Collected By: John R. Buliyar

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