Ceremonial Whip

This is a whip, with a carved wooden handle attached to links of iron chain. The handle has a typical Sierra Leonean carved head with a segmented neck and ridged hairstyle.

Further Information

• Type: Religious/ritual equipment, charms, Regalia
• Object: Ceremonial Whip
• Materials: Wood, Metal
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: 660mm [L] x 40mm [W] x 45mm [C]
• Production Date: Pre 1891
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: G. R. Harding; Noldwritt
• Museum: British Museum
• Accession Number: BM:Af.5128

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