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Egbe

Scope note

Shield-like aprons worn by Mangbetu women of Africa to cover the buttocks; usually made of woven fibers and often decorated with geometric patterns.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000258459

Broader Terms used

aprons (main garments)

Equivalent Terms used

negbe

Created

13yrs ago

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