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Object #     2018-121/1
Object name     Tatala Finial
Culture of Origin     Tao, Lanyu Island, Taiwan
Materials     Wood, Paint, Nails, Feathers, Rooster
Techniques     Carved, Painted
Dimensions     D: .7 in, W: 9 in, H: 12 in
Exhibit Label    

This tatala was on display in Ivar’s restaurant for many decades before being purchased and donated to the Burke by Michael Jacobsen. The Tao community gave Jacobsen the finials to complete the tatala as a gift during a visit.

Source     Mr. Michael A. Jacobson and Ms. Cara Berman
Credit     Gift of Michael A. Jacobsen & Cara H. Berman


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