Description
Tlingit Shaman’s Rattle
Artist: Tlingit , Northern Northwest Coast
Date: Early to mid 19thCentury
Materials: wood, paint, fiber
Dimensions:8″ x 3″ x 2 1/3″
Description: This early elegant ceremonial rattle, represents the shell of mussel, a common find in the tidal areas of the Pacific Northwest. A subtle pattern of a blue star motif is shown in negative pattern on both sides. The rattle is an early example and is showing many generations of Ethnographic use. Comes with a custom metal display stand.
Reference: Tlingit rattle collected by Emmons(1869-1890) . Similar construction and styling.
