Armlet

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Metal armlet with three copper wire insects made and worn by men for dancing. It is said this armlet gives the wear strength for lifting girls during dances.

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Title: Armlet
Location: Kenya
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Metal
Photographer: GibsPhotography
Local Name: Itanga
Community: Kikuyu
Collection Date: 1972-03-01
Collected By: Anton

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