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1941.3.89

Notched flute, with string.

1941.3.89

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Collection type
Object
Description
Notched flute, with string.
Long description
Notched flute made from jaguar tibia. 3 small fingerholes. Scratched decoration. String tied around and through holes and top.
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 Jaguar Bone Animal, Material String, Process Perforated, Process Notched, Process Decorated, Process Incised
Dimensions
Length: max 206 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1941.3.89

Search terms: Music, Musical Instrument, Flute

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