Rattle

Rattle

Rattle made from steamed wood, carved. Materials: wood, gourd (possible ash). Design Elements: Two 2 1/2" strips of wood bent and glued into pumpkin-like shape (4 1/2"). Top and bottom notched gourd. Distinguishing Marks: "Bucu" written in ink on handle.
  • Object: Rattle
  • Artist: Unknown
  • Circa: Early 20th C.
  • Dimensions: H: 16 1/2"; Diameter: 16"
  • Culture Area: Mexico; Northern
  • Cultural Group: Tarahumara
  • Cultural Context: -
  • Donor: Eugene Boudreau
  • Catalog #: 96.006