Identifier:
117354
Description:
Set of 15 metal bracelets. Eight have a basic coil design, while the remaing seven are wider and have engraved geometric designs.;From accession file 4747: "These bracelets are made and decorated by the natives. Iron ore, brass, or copper may be used. They are worn by men, women, and children.";The objects were originally obtained by Dr. and Mrs. H. Veazie Markham, medical missionaries of that church. The couple were appointed for life service to West Central Portuguese Africa (modern Angola) by the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions, and they served there from 1927-1939. The objects were originally collected about 1930, and were exhibited at the East Congregational Church before being donated in 1948. However, dates of individual objects may vary widely.
Materials:
Engraved, Iron, Brass, Copper
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Source:
Gift Of East Congregational Church
Related Entity:
East Congregational Church (donor)
