AFRICAN RATTLE 13

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Rattle 13
7.75" high x 7" wide x 3.5" deep
$50
Cameroon

This rattle has been vetted as authentic, with signs of use and age.

Rattles are among the art forms in Africa, used both as a musical instrument and as a work of sculpture significant in many religious and secular ceremonial functions, including dance and other rituals. All are functional, exhibit excellent basketry and come from the Bamileke area of Cameroon.