Carved Gun

A wooden carved gun. The British Museum records state that it is a model. Similar wooden guns are, however, often imbued with spiritual powers and used to keep dangerous devils, or debuls, in check during public performances.

Further Information

  • Type: Games, toys, models
  • Object: Carved Gun
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 1050mm [L] x 60mm [W] x 30mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1901
  • Associated Places: Mendeland
  • Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector)
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1901.722.15

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