E1474B: Maasai knife sheath

Ethnographic

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Identifier:

E1474B

Classification Category:

5:Tools & Equipment for Science and Technology ➞ Armament ➞ Accessory

Marks/Labels:

None

Materials:

animal ➔ hide/skin
botanical ➔ wood

Dimensions:

45.5cm L

Source Locality:

Botswana

Description:

The body of the sheath is wooden and has a rawhide wrapped around it that is reddish-purple, sewn together. On the backside, there is a belt hook, where the owner could attach it to their waist for easy access.

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