Conch Shell Trumpet

A879

From: China

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Native Name Hailuo
Object Number A879
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China
Section Asian
Materials Conch Shell
Description

Hailuo (海螺). Possibly a Horse Conch species (Triplofusus giganteus). Used in processions. Good condition.

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number A-unknown - Seder Number

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