US Hawaiian Idiophone (Rattle): "'Uli 'Uli"

US Hawaiian Idiophone (Rattle): "'Uli 'Uli"

Collection: Spiritual Connections

Object Category: Music and Noisemakers
Object Type: Musical Instruments

Country: USA
Continent: North America
Materials: Gourd, Wood, Feathers
width: 8 in; height: 14 in; depth: 8 in

This is a US Hawaiian rattle called an "'uli 'uli." The 'uli 'uli is used in hula dancing. The gourd is stuffed with shells, seeds, or pebbles. The tops of the rattles are usually covered in colorful bird feathers. The centers of the feather tops are occasionally made from tapa cloth.
Source:
https://www.awesomestories.com/asset/view/Ancient-Hawaiian-History-And-Culture