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 usually attached to a leather or cotton thong, so that they can be tied to the body.

Further Information

• Type: Musical instruments
• Object: Rattle
• Materials: Metal
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: 165.1mm [L]
• Production Date: Pre 1972
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Unknown
• Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
• Accession Number: SLNM.1972.07.06

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