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Himba Woman | |||
From the remote northwest corner of Namibia, a Himba woman displays her married status with her “erembe” headdress. It is made from the skin of a goat’s head which is fastened at the back of the wearer’s head by two thongs. Himba women smear their skins and elaborately plaited hair with a mixture of rancid butter, ash and ochre, sometimes adding a fragrant herb. This provides protection from the harsh climate and gives the skin a deep reddish glow. Headdresses, clothing and jewelry form an important part of Himba culture. | |||
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