Metal dance bells on leather straps / Julia Pipestem
Curatorial Remarks
These bells were possibly worn in a variety of dances. They were likely worn around the calves.
Tags: dance, bell, leather
People: Otoe-Missouria
Places: Southern Plains, Oklahoma
Purpose: ceremonial use
From interviews with Dr. Garrick Bailey, 2018-2020 University of Tulsa, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology
Tags: dance, bell, leather
People: Otoe-Missouria
Places: Southern Plains, Oklahoma
Purpose: ceremonial use
From interviews with Dr. Garrick Bailey, 2018-2020 University of Tulsa, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology