Bull-Roarer

Toy

65-10-89

From: Peru | Rio Curanja

Curatorial Section: American

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Native Name Yae
Object Number 65-10-89
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Cashinahua
Provenience Peru | Rio Curanja
Culture Area Amazonia
Section American
Materials Bean | Cord
Description

Smooth, round dark brown bean worn away (intentionally?) on sides to reveal a black and red layer; hole through center with thick cord inserted. Used as children's toy.

Thickness 1.7 cm
Outside Diameter 4 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Kenneth M. Kensinger, 1965

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