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Bracelet

1955

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Necklace made and cut to resemble a watch and straps. It is beautifully decorated with a variety of coloured beads some forming croix patee designs. The cow hide used is cut to shape using a knife and beads stitched on it using sisal string. It is worn by young boys and girls for traditional dances called nza and ileve for beauty.

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  • Title: Bracelet
  • Date Created: 1955
  • Location: Kenya
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Beads & Leather
  • Photographer: GibsPhotography
  • Local Name: Kinyaata
  • Community: Kamba
  • Collection Date: 1970-04-25
  • Collected By: Peter Nzuki
National Museums of Kenya

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