Rattles

1952

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

A small rattle made by a blacksmith from scrap iron by hitting it with a hammer after it is heated until its red hot. It is used during ceremonial occasions such as funerals and weddings.

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Title: Rattles
Date Created: 1952
Location: Kenya
Rights: National Museums of Kenya
Medium: Iron
Photographer: Gibsphotography
Local Name: Eshukili
Community: Luhya
Collection Date: 1976-03-30
Collected By: J.Kasagam

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