Sago Beater

2004.17.0300

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Artifact Identification Sago Beater   (2004.17.0300)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Materials T&E
  2. :
  3. Food Processing & Preparation T&E
  4. :
  5. Food Preparation Accessories
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date N/A
Culture Melanesian

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 66 cm
Dimension 2 (Length) 51.2 cm
Dimension 3 (Width) 11.4 cm
Weight 495 g
Measuring Remarks From Logan Museum: 67x32 cm. Largest length is of the longer side, including the base. Second length is of the shorter side, including the base. Width was taken across the widest part of the base of the V.
Materials Plant--Wood, Pigment--Stain, Pigment--Dye, Plant
Manufacturing Processes Carved, Cutting, Wrapping, Dyeing, Staining, Writing
Munsell Color Information N/A

Research Remarks

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

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication The Virginia M. and James D. Tobin Collection, Purchased from the Logan Museum of Anthropology, Beloit College
Reproduction No
Reproduction Information N/A

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