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1907.10.240.1

Hide quiver. For associated arrows see [1907.10.240 .2 - .12] [EH [OPS move] 27/9/2017]

1907.10.240.1

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Collection type
Object
Description
Hide quiver. For associated arrows see [1907.10.240 .2 - .12] [EH [OPS move] 27/9/2017]
Long description
Flat cylindrical quiver constructed from hide, with one main seam stitched down the side and a circular piece stitched in to form a base. A strap made from a strip of leather is attached to the quiver, but has broken. The hide is cut to form a curve on the open edge of the quiver.
Geographical reference
India
Asia > Southern Asia > India
Cultural groups
Bhil
Person
Field collector Henry Evan Murchison James
PRM source Charles James Longman
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1900
Date collected
1900
Acquisition information
Donated: 1907
Materials and processes
Material Animal Hide Skin, Process Stitched
Dimensions
Width: max 84 mm, Length: max 570 mm, Depth: max 49 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1907.10.240.1

Search terms: Archery Weapon, Quiver

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