Maracas made from gourds
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Object numberHC.Z.5.4-1
TitleMaracas made from gourds
DescriptionA pair of maracas (Rattlers), made from gourds with feather decoration, wooden handles and red seeds in the handle tips encased in gum. The maracas are used for beating syncopated rhythm for ceremonial dances.
Part of a collection donated by Dr. Wilburn H. Ferguson from his time with the Jivaro, South America.
Production placeEquatorial Amazon
Production periodTwentieth century, early
Object nameMaracas made from gourds (X 2)
Object categoryMiscellaneous