Rattle

1971.12.0020

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Rattle   (1971.12.0020)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication T&E
  2. :
  3. Musical T&E
  4. :
  5. Musical Instruments
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date Colonial, Mid 20th century
Culture Kikuyu

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Height) 17.5 cm
Dimension 2 (Diameter) 15.3 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 178 g
Measuring Remarks None
Materials Plant--Gourd, Twine, Animal--Shell, Hide, Glass
Manufacturing Processes Hollowing, Beaded
Munsell Color Information Brownish Orange (5 YR 5/6) -ns

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda N/A
Bibliography N/A

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction no
Reproduction Information N/A

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