Repubic of Uganda (East-Central Africa)
Karamojong

Seed pods, cloth, rattan
Early-Mid 20th Century
Length: 14 inches 
Idiophone – Struck Indirectly – Shaken -Rattle Adornment

The Karamojong live in the southern part of the region in the north-east of Uganda.  These Karamojong dance rattles are worn around each leg of the dancer to accentuate movement. Spirited performers execute dramatic leaps with their arms held firmly at their sides.  Shows signs of usage and age.