Zemanek-Münster

Hunting whistle "kasengosengo"

D. R. Congo, Chokwe
sold EUR 1,800
Provenance
Belgian Collection
Size
H: 9 cm
H: 3.5 inch

Description

ivory, base

Hunting whistles worn as pendants were used by the hunters to communicate with their companions or to call the dogs.

The small opening in the head contains magical substances, intended to favour the hunt.


Notices

This object is subject to CITES. Please note that it can only be sent within the European Union. At the present time export in third countries is prohibited, respectively, export licenses in third countries for objects containing or made of protected materials are only granted under stringent conditions.


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