Whip

This is a saraka iron chain whip, imbued with magic. Saraka comes from the Arabic word for sacrifice , but was used more generally to refer to objects ritually imbued with spiritual power. The whip has nine iron links, attached to a wooden handle that is studded with iron nails and has an iron loop at the top.

Further Information

• Type: Religious/ritual equipment, charms
• Object: Whip
• Materials: Metal, Wood
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 35mm x 61mm [L] x 35mm
• Production Date: Pre 1892
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector)
• Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
• Accession Number: BMAG:R3483/43

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