The Woodabes (also known as Bororo) They are a nomadic tribe living between the Sahara desert and the Sahel( Niger).
For them beauty is of vital importance., especially for men who spend more time decorating it than women.
The talismans or gri gris are a fundamental element that they carry since their childhood. They believe that certain roots, leaves and herbs have magical powers and that is why they wrap them in small skin sacks that hang from their hair, neck, chest, arms or legs to decorate and protect against evil spirits and the evil eye.
This anklet is a clear example of this type of ornament-talisman.
It can also be worn as a bracelet above the elbow..
It measures about 28 cm long including cord.
Fur, small bronze hoops, colored beads.
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