Ilah-Ti-Golcha= tooth of warhog., Kenya, Gob Dogo, Rendille. Summer, 1977. 5-13409, acc no. 3332. Orig. No. 26b. File code: 5.2 Collector: Jean Colvin. Donor: Jean Colvin. Materials, techniques: Tusk of warthog- use one found Context of use: Charm- it is lucky to find and is used when someone is sick. Is placed on painful area and rubbed. Helps to heal pain- can be used on oneself. Description: Charm- curbed, dark brown tusk. Located in barrel. L=15 cm. W= 3.5 cm. References: for additional information see field sheets in acc. env.
Donor:
University Research Expeditions Program
Collection place:
Gob Dogo, Marsabit, Kenya
Verbatim coll. place:
Kenya, Gob Dogo, Rendille
Culture or time period:
Rendille
Collector:
Jean Colvin and University Research Expeditions Program
Collection date:
Summer, 1977
Object type:
ethnography
Function:
5.2 Magic: Objects Associated with Practices reflecting confidence in the ability to manipulate supernatural agencies
Department:
Africa (except Ancient Egypt)
Loans:
S1985-1986 #40: SFO Museum (May 21, 1986–October 17, 1986)