Slit drum - D. R. Congo, Yaka
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wood, brown patina, black paint, traces of kaolin, handle in shape of a human head, drum stick missing, min. dam., cracks, small missing parts (left ear), traces of abrasion;
used at divination ceremonies to accompany songs introducing the oracle. The rectangular opening was not just a resonator, it could contain magical loadings as well.
H: 34,5 cm
Provenance:
Heinz Kolerski, Fellbach, Germany
Continent: Africa
used at divination ceremonies to accompany songs introducing the oracle. The rectangular opening was not just a resonator, it could contain magical loadings as well.
H: 34,5 cm
Provenance:
Heinz Kolerski, Fellbach, Germany
Continent: Africa
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Slit drum - D. R. Congo, Yaka
Estimate €300 - €1,500
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