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1954.2.125

Bundle of leaves used as rhythmic accompaniment. The leaves are dried and brown in colour. The stems of the leaves are bound together with plant fibre. [AB [OPS Move] 20/2/2017]

1954.2.125

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Collection type
Object
Description
Bundle of leaves used as rhythmic accompaniment. The leaves are dried and brown in colour. The stems of the leaves are bound together with plant fibre. [AB [OPS Move] 20/2/2017]
Geographical reference
Guyana
Latin America and the Caribbean > South America > Guyana
Mazaruni River
Cultural groups
Akawaio
Person
Field collector Audrey Butt Colson
PRM source Audrey Butt Colson
Date / Period
Date made: 1942-1951
Date collected
1951 - 1952
Acquisition information
Donated: 1954
Materials and processes
Material Plant Leaf, Process Tied, Process Bound
Dimensions
Width: max 225 mm, Length: max 450 mm, Depth: max 100 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1954.2.125

Search terms: Music, Ritual and Ceremonial, Status, Musical Instrument, Rattle