SKU: 112353
Maasai Leather Cape Olekesana Beadwork Kenya
$156.00
$240.00
Height: 42.0
Width: 36.0
Depth: 22.0
Width: 36.0
Depth: 22.0
Description
Olekesana is a womans cape from the Maasai. It is made of goatskin or sheepskin decorated with beads on the surface. some of them may have a particular design for a specific category of wearer. The skirt is embellished with ochre Such skirts were as garments and part of married women's dress. Such capes would be worn by women from the day they would get married until their death. These capes/skirts can still be seen worn by women during important ceremonies.
112353
Details
Approximate Age: 20th Century
Strand Length:
Pendant Size:
Object Size:
Materials:
Made In:
People
Condition
Overall Condition:
Damage/Repair: