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Rattle Adornment

Karamojong Rattles (pair)

Uganda
Karamojong

Gourds, Cloth, Braided Fiber
ca. Early-Mid 20th century


Idiophone - Struck Indirectly - Shaken

Karamojong dance rattles worn around each leg of the dancer to accentuate movement. Spirited performers execute dramatic leaps with their arms held firmly at their sides.

 

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Catalog#: AF-IDST-242-29