Bundle of Twigs

A bunch of black vine twigs from Vassa Country. Alldridge's notes state that they were used by the Mende for making beads in the late 19th century.

Further Information

• Type: Production equipment
• Object: Bundle of Twigs
• Materials: Wood
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 240mm [L] x 40mm [C]
• Production Date: Pre 1891
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector)
• Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
• Accession Number: BMAG:R3483/27

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