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Set of firesticks - twirling method
Set of firesticks - twirling method
Object Number 34-91-50/525
Display Title Set of firesticks - twirling method
Descriptions
Inventory Description Fire drill, board only, carved wood, 1 end tapered, 3 drill holes, notched, burn
Classification
  • Fire starter
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Tereki
  • Hamite
  • Maragoli
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Kenya / Western Province / Kakamega / Kaimosi
Materials Wood, Pigment
Dimensions Overall: 15.2 x 2.3 x 2.3 cm (6 x 7/8 x 7/8 in.)
Quantity 2
Label on object 34-91-50/525

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