Rattle

Leg or arm rattles worn by dances and other public performers. They are made from a flat oval piece of iron that is bent over to form a rattle. There is a loop at each end, with two additional loops attached to it that rattle when the wearer moves. These are attached to a leather thong, so that they can be tied to the body.

Further Information

• Type: Musical instruments
• Object: Rattle
• Materials: Leather, animal skin, Metal
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: overall: 120 mm x 110 mm x 105 mm 112.5 g
• Production Date: Pre 1960
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
• Museum: Glasgow Museums
• Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.en.2

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