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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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Details
- 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
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