  Native American Chumash Indian Seaweed Rattle 7" (122)This is a hand crafted Native American Chumash Indian seaweed rattle. Perfect for music, dance or decor this would make a great gift or decoration in any southwest, western or Native American design. Seaweed rattles are very unique being made from actual seaweed. Theses seaweed rattles are the traditional rattles of the Chumash Indians that have inhabited the coastal regions of California. The Chumash still harvest the "seaweed gourds" from the ocean as they have for generations. and Each Indian rattle is unique, actual rattle is shown.
Rosemary Castillo, is an outstanding artist and teacher, lecturing in schools and universities. She likes to combine traditional materials with her own personality to create unique handcrafts. Rosemary's pieces are also seen in use as props in the Disney theme park as well as in several museums and various galleries. Rosemary is also a familiar figure at local pow wows of the Chumash Indians of coastal California from Malibu to Monterey.
Artist: Rosemary Castillo, - Tribe: Chumash
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