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Object Number 976-49-10/57350
Display Title Rattle made of bark. 29 x 10 cm (length x width). traditionally used in minor
Descriptions
Object Description Rattle made of bark. 29 x 10 cm (length x width). traditionally used in minor ceremonies.
Inventory Description Rattle, bent bark folded and wrapped on wooden handle
Classification
  • Percussion
Department Ethnographic
Date 20th century
Artist Chief Jamieson
Culture
  • Modern
  • Mohawk
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / Canada / Ontario / Brant County / Brantford
Additional Geographic Terms Six Nations Reservation
Materials Bark, Wood
Dimensions Overall: 28 x 10 x 3.6 cm (11 x 3 15/16 x 1 7/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-49-10/57350
Provenance
Collector Russell Barber (1975-1976 ?)
Dealer Peabody Museum Shop (1976)

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