Zemanek-Münster

Bell "dibu"

D. R. Congo, Bakongo
sold EUR 550
Size
H: 22,5 cm
H: 8.9 inch

Description

wood, reddish brown patina, remains of black paint, of oval form, bulgy sides, three wooden clappers, the handle decorated with fine grooved linear ornaments, min. dam., slight traces of usage, on base;
these bells should guarantee a good hunt and were used for healing rites as well.


Comparing literature

Cogdell, Jacqueline, Turn up the Volume! University of California 1999, p. 267

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