Gull-shaped Chief's Rattle (Laleu) Item Number: 05.588.7294 from the Brooklyn Museum

Credit Line

Museum Expedition 1905, Museum Collection Fund

Item History

  • Made between 1801 and 1900

What

Name
Gull-shaped Chief's Rattle (Laleu)
Identification Number
05.588.7294
Type of Item
rattle
Material
wood and rope
Measurements
“Length: 31.7 cm / 12 1/2 in.” ?

Who

Culture
Gwa'sala Kwakwaka'wakw

Where

Holding Institution
Brooklyn Museum

When

Creation Date
between 1801 and 1900

Other

Classification
Musical Instrument