aburianga (container)
Descriptions
A carved cylindrical container used to store ostrich feathers. Made by men from the wood of the Adadat tree. A white powder, Awurion (Pokot), is placed inside to keep the feathers white and discourage insect appetites. Kept in the first wife’s house.
This object is not on display.
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