Bow Item Number: Aa96 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Black horn, bound at centre and near each end with sinew. The string is sinew lashed to bow.
History Of Use
Miniature arrows shot from this bow carry the good thoughts or wishes of the sender. They may be aimed toward a cloud to bring rain, toward a desired mate, or in the direction of a proposed hunting trip to ensure good hunting.
Cultural Context
Ceremonial bow.
Item History
- Made in Botswana
- Collected between 1967 and 1975
- Owned by Frank A. Gaudin before September 15, 1975
- Received from Frank A. Gaudin (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Donations Fund (Funding source) on September 15, 1975
What
Who
- Culture
- Khoisan ?
- Previous Owner
- Frank A. Gaudin
- Received from
- Frank A. Gaudin (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Donations Fund (Funding source)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Botswana
When
- Collection Date
- between 1967 and 1975
- Ownership Date
- before September 15, 1975
- Acquisition Date
- on September 15, 1975
Other
- Condition
- fair
- Current Location
- Case 100
- Accession Number
- 0287/0083 b