cache-sexe (pubic covering), unrecorded Kamba artist

Artwork Overview

cache-sexe (pubic covering), late 1800s–1975
Where object was made: Kenya
Material/technique: brass; beading; plant fiber; beads
Dimensions:
Object Height/Width (Height x Width): 20 x 43 cm
Object Height/Width (Height x Width): 7 7/8 x 16 15/16 in
Object Length (Length): fiber tie 108 cm
Object Length (Length): 42 1/2 in
Credit line: Anonymous gift
Accession number: 2007.0853
Not on display

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Label texts

Pubic coverings like this are generally worn by women around their waist. Although labeled as cover-ups meant to hide the wearer’s genitals, the vibrant colors and intricate designs often served to draw others’ eyes.

Exhibitions

Cassandra Mesick Braun, curator
2022–2027
Cassandra Mesick Braun, curator
2022–2027