SKU: 109019
Maasai Beaded Leather Cape Olekesana Kenya
Height: 49"
Width: 50" wide at the bottom, 26" wide at the top
Width: 50" wide at the bottom, 26" wide at the top
$350.00
Description
A magnificently beaded piece. 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.
Height (In) 49"
Width (In) 50" wide at the bottom, 26" wide at the top
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Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Maasai
Country of Origin: Kenya
Material
Material: Leather, glass beads
Condition
Damage/Repair: Holes, creases; see pictures for details.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
