The Chipna hair clips of the Gadaba tribe are an excellent example of indigenous ornamentation that marries function and beauty in one intrinsic object. This set of eight metal white clips shows the refined aesthetic sensibilities along with their expert craftsmanship. Each carries a floral design on its upper surface, speaking of the people's close relationship with nature. Their shimmering and silvery shades enhance their appeal, making them functional decoration pieces in the Gadaba dweller's life.
Jewellery and hair accessories like Chipna signify cultural attachment beyond beauty—these usually include social identity, marital status, and roles of traditional ways within the community itself. These floral clips are a common adornment for women during daily life and festivals. The bright, polished surface gives a view of silver, although it is made from some cheap metal-white, thus emphasizing the resourcefulness and artistic innovation of the tribe. Each Chipna is handmade by using old age metal working techniques, handed down through generations from artisans. One could just marvel at the shapes of these floral motifs-decorations in their functional utility but also testimonies of art very deeply rooted in his community. The efforts of preservation and display in museums and cultural institutions go a long way in ensuring that unique traditions remain as part of the Gadaba.