Accession No
1944.28
Description
Copper bracelet consisting of one spiral rod. Worn down in areas. Worn by the wearer after they have been de-possessed of a devil, in order to prevent its return; also used a gift from a husband to his bride.
Place
Africa; East Africa; Ethiopia; Harar
Period
Source
Trevor, Jack C. [donor]
Department
Anth
Reference Numbers
1944.28
Cultural Affliation
Arusi Gala
Material
Metal; Copper
Local Term
Measurements
70mm x 70mm
Events
Context (Production / use)
Catalogue card: 'Worn by Arusi Gala men and women after being dispossessed of a devil to prevent its return. Also a husband's gift to his bride.'
Event Date
Author: Katrina Dring
Description (Physical description)
Catalogue card: 'Spiral bracelet made from a spiral rod of copper.'
Event Date
Author: maa
Context (Field collection)
Bought in Harar market, 1943.
Event Date 1943
Author: maa
Description (Physical description)
Copper bracelet consisting of one spiral rod. Worn down in areas. Worn by the wearer after they have been de-possessed of a devil, in order to prevent its return; also used a gift from a husband to his bride.
Event Date 24/2/2022
Author: Jazmin Hundal
FM:106002
Images (Click to view full size):
