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DepartmentHispano

Dance Wand

NameDance Wand
Maker Carlos Baros
CultureHispanic-American
Date1992 Dated
Place madeLAS VEGAS, NEW MEXICO, UNITED STATES, NORTH AMERICA
Mediumwood
Dimensions16 1/4 × 14 5/8 × 1 in. (41.2751 × 37.2 × 2.54 cm)
Object numberFA.1992.96.1
DescriptionSawn-straw applique on blk. ptd. pine wood. shaped like trident all 3 arms are straw appliqued in flower pattern. Bottom of center arm is wrapped w/leather for handle. Purchased for "Across Generations" Palmas used in the Matachines Dance.
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