Rattle : EDU.0185

Collection:

JDCM Education

Object ID:

EDU.0185

Accession#:

EDU

Credit Line:

Donated by multiple sources.

Object Name:

Rattle

Description:

Rattle shaped like a native long house. The corner posts on all 4 corners go above the roof. The posts near the door are higher than the others. A native design is painted on the door side in black. A native design in red and black is painted on the proper left side. A T shaped handle protrudes from the roof next to the smoke hole and is painted black. When the building is moved some hidden objects roll and make noise.

Subjects:

Alaska Natives
Ceremonial objects
Rattles
Model houses

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Ceremonial rattle shaped like a clan house

Ceremonial rattle shaped like a clan house-front

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Education Collection