€ 99,00
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Large Lobi flute from Burkina Faso.
Flutes were used across sub-Saharan Africa in as many different ways as their forms were varied: individually or in groups, e.g. as a signalling instrument, as a means of communication, for entertainment or ritually at initiations, weddings, births and funerals. In addition, they were status symbols, worn as jewellery and were an outward sign of the owner’s affiliation.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
Including professional custom made stand.
Object: | Flute |
Ethnic group: | Lobi |
Country: | Burkina Faso |
Material: | Wood |
Period: | Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: | Yes |
Dimensions: | 56x7x4 cm |
Weight: | 670 gram |
Condition: | Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
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