The Rankin Museum

Amazonian Page
The Largest Collection of Amazonia in the Southeast

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The exhibit has a mural painted depicting the surroundings of the tribes.




The Rankin Museum's newest exhibit contains Amazonian artwork and tools used in everyday life in the rainforest.

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These ceremonial items are made from the feathers of Macaws, Parrots and Harpy Eagles.

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Items used for ceremonies and in war include clubs and spears that are works of art.
Waimeri Tribe

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Feather Armbands worn by the chief.
Rikibatsa Tribe

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Ceremonial Spears that are decorated with the feathers of Harpy Eagle and Macaws.
Ura-Eu-Wau-Wau Tribe
Bows on right Waimeri Tribe

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Feather Headdress
Rikibatsa Tribe

Feather Headdresses worn by both warriors and chiefs.  The colorful macaw parrots are the source for the red, blue, yellow and green feathers.  Some others come from the Harpy Eagle.

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Feather Neckwear of Macaw & Harpy Eagle

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Ceremonial Headdress
Kayapo Tribe

 

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Feather  Headdress
Kayapo Tribe

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Feather Dance Bustle
Karaja Tribe

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Kayapo Tribe Rattle

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Feather Hat
Kayapo Tribe

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Feather Cape
Waura Tribe

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Ear Ornaments
Rikibatsa Tribe

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Feather Cape
Waura Tribe

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Burden Baskets

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Shell Necklace

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Burden Baskets

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Funeral Mask

 

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Page last updated 09/23/99