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Waorani Items

 Unprocessed Material — Box: 1
Identifier: 2023-035

Content Description

Various items created and used by members of the Waorani people in Ecuador, dating from the mid-1950s. Collection includes a bow, quiver, knife, double-sided knife, a short spear, and two feather headdresses, all in excellent condition. The items are decorated with brightly-colored thread.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Provenance

Donated by Gordon Anderson in September 2023.

Language of Description

English

Script of Description

Roman script

Restrictions Apply

No

Dates

  • ca. 1956

Extent

6 items