Hook

A hooked tool, possibly Mende. It is composed of a rough stick, shaped to a point with an iron hook at tip. Possibly used in the harvesting of pine nuts.

Further Information

• Type: Tools, implements
• Object: Hook
• Materials: Wood, Metal
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 990 mm [L] x 110mm x 40mm 580.5 g
• Production Date: Pre 1960
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
• Museum: Glasgow Museums
• Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.fp

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