Rattle Elm Vintage
Large Vintage Elm Bark Rattle
SOLD Traditional crafters make Elm Bark Rattles from folded and dried Elm Bark with a natural branch handle. The crafter made this large Rattle Elm Vintage with a piece of natural corn cob for the handle. It comes with a piece of brown Cowhide Leather Lacing. One of a Kind!Elm Bark Rattles are a traditional Native American instrument. Indigenous peoples of North America used them before contact with Europeans and still use them today. Native American crafters regularly use Bark, Gourds, Cow Horn and Turtle Shells to make Rattles.
Native American Dancers use Rattles to produce the rhythm for song and dance. Musicians can hit Rattles against the palm of their hand, or shake them. Elm Bark Rattles are a traditional Native American instrument. Native peoples used them before contact with Europeans and still use them today.
This Rattle Elm Vintage measures about 13 inches long over all. It measures about 6.5 inches wide across the top. A previous owner used this rattle. It is a little fragile, but you could use it. It would make a fabulous addition to your collection. One of a Kind!
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