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Mat Strip

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

Patterned strip of matting made by the women from 'Makindu" Doum palm and it is dyed and plaited into strips which are later sewn together using a shop bought sack needle.When complete it is used as a sleeping mat.

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  • Title: Mat Strip
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Mat Strip
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Palm Leaves
  • Photographer: Gibsphotography
  • Local Name: Musalo
  • Community: Gwano
  • Collection Date: 1969-08-01
  • Collected By: Peter Nzuki
National Museums of Kenya

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