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CAS 2007-0002-0001A-C   CAS 2007-0002-0001A-C; Quiver with 2 arrows
Category Weaponry
Object Name Quiver with 2 arrows
Culture Burmese
Global Region Southeast Asia
Country Myanmar (Burma)
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County
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Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture ca. 2000-2004
Collection Name N/A
Materials Bamboo; Rattan; Cowrie (Cypraeidae) shells; Wood; Feathers; Metal
Description A: Long, cylindrical quiver made from hollow length of bamboo that is attached to a tall, rectangular basket woven in wicker technique and reinforced on its outside with bamboo strips; Quiver is also attached to a plaited rattan belt or carrying strap which is decorated on its exterior with numerous cowrie shells; B,C: Two crude arrows with hand forged metal tips (1 triangular and 1 basal notched with long corner tangs) and trimmed black feather fletching.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 54.5, Width = 12.5, Depth = 5.0