Anklet
1973.01.0003
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Anklet (1973.01.0003) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | None |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period/Date | Colonial, 20th century |
| Culture | Dan |
| Location | On Exhibitin the Africa exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 18.5 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Length) | 11.4 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 4.4 cm |
| Weight | 1679 g |
| Measuring Remarks | None |
| Materials | Metal--Bronze |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast, Incising |
| Munsell Color Information | Dark Grayish Brown (7.5YR2/2) -ns |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | "Anklet: Large hollow-cast anklets in one made thin to accomodate rattling pebbles. Pebbles produce noise for women while they walk and dance. Because they hold great social and resth elite value for their wearers, discomfort is completely overlooked." |
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| Description | N/A |
| Comparanda | N/A |
| Bibliography | N/A |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
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| Credit Line/Dedication | Purchase |
| Reproduction | no |
| Reproduction Information | N/A |