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Native American (Bora or Huitoto)
Slit drums (which acoustically function as bells) are used for communication and dance globally. Manguarés are played in pairs; the larger is considered the female of the pair. Its rubber-tipped beater announces messages, ceremonies, war, and love.
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Title: Manguaré
Date: late 19th–early 20th century
Geography: Peru
Culture: Native American (Bora or Huitoto)
Medium: Wood, rubber beater
Dimensions:
48 1/2 × 42 in., 68 lb. (123.2 × 106.7 cm, 30.8 kg)
Length (Of beater): 11 1/4 in. (28.6 cm)
Classification: Idiophone-Struck-slit drum
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Kenny, 1975
Object Number: 1975.365.1a, b
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