Rattle

Unknown

early 20th century · Wood, fruit shell (Oncoba Spinosa) · Musical Instruments

Seed pods, fruit shells, and nuts are used to make a large variety of rattles that are handheld or grouped together and worn on the arms, legs, or ankles to emphasize dance movements.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 20th century

Medium

Wood, fruit shell (Oncoba Spinosa)

Culture

Ndengese

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

Purchase, Amati Gifts, 2007