Rattle with a ball-shaped head and wooden handle. Ball is made of seed(?) beads and is decorated with alternating stripes; done in brown and dark brown. Cylindrical protrusion on top of head with an opening, showing hollow interior. A band of red feathers is tied around the midpoint of the handle; additional plant ties at base.

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• Type of Item rattle
• Culture Wai-Wai
• Material seed, wood, feather, plant fibre
• Measurements height 31.8 cm, diameter 7.3 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner Josephine de
• Received from Josephine de

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• Made in Guyana

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• Collection Date during 1970
• Ownership Date before November 18, 2021
• Acquisition Date on November 18, 2021

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• Item Classes basketry
• Condition good
• Accession Number 3534/0005