Anklet

1973.01.0003

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Anklet   (1973.01.0003)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Personal Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Adornment
  4. :
  5. Body Adornments
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Colonial
Date 20th century
Culture Dan
Location On Exhibitin the Africa exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 18.5 cm
Dimension 2 (Length) 11.4 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 4.4 cm
Weight 1679 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Bronze
Manufacturing Processes Cast, Incising

Research Remarks

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."

Published Description Under Review
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction no

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