Neck Ornament
| Object Number: | AF937 |
|---|---|
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Batetela |
| Provenience: | Zaire Kasai District Belgian Congo Upper Lukenie River |
| Section: | African |
| Materials: | Leopard Tooth Tusk Fiber |
| Credit Line: | Purchased from J. F. G. Umlauff, 1912 |
| Other Number: | 1212 - Field No SF |
Description
Leopard tooth and Water Hog tusks? Each one has a hole through base of tooth. Strung on a piece of plant fiber. Leopard teeth can only be worn by chiefs and members of their family in necklaces.
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