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1941.3.58

Wooden gauge used in making hammocks. Straight, flat length of wood with each end carved to an asymmetric point. [BS [OPS Move] 17/5/2017]

1941.3.58

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Collection type
Object
Description
Wooden gauge used in making hammocks. Straight, flat length of wood with each end carved to an asymmetric point. [BS [OPS Move] 17/5/2017]
Cultural groups
Macusi
Person
Field collector James Williams
PRM source Mrs James Williams
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1941
Date collected
By 1941
Acquisition information
Donated: 03/1941
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Process Carved
Dimensions
Width: max 50 mm, Depth: max 8 mm, Length: max 531 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1941.3.58

Search terms: Measurement, Furniture Dwelling, Tool, Measuring Device, Hammock