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Musical Instruments.
Rattle, Leg
Musical Instruments.
Musical Instruments.
Museum of New Mexico: Museum of International Folk Art, Museum of New Mexico Press. Studio and some field photography by Michel Monteaux. Field photography by Marsha Bol, Charlene Cerny, Barbara Mauldin, Steven Becker and Marilee Schmit. Individual items loaned or gifted to the Museum of International Folk Art; see book or Museum database for specific credit designations.
DepartmentLatin America

Rattle, Leg

NameRattle, Leg
Maker Rosario Herman
CultureMayo
Date1988
Place madeMochicahui, Sinaloa, Mexico, North America
MediumOrganic
Dimensions1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm)
Object numberFA.1988.9.36x
DescriptionTwo strands of giant silk moth cocoons sewn together in pairs w/plant fiber cordage. One strand has multi-colored ribbons tied about a foot apart. Purchased from Rosario Herman in Mochicahui on Holy Saturday, April 2, 1988. Used in Holyweek ceremonies in Mochicahui in April, 1988.
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