Zemanek-Münster

Slit drum

D. R. Congo, Yaka
sold EUR 300
Provenance
Walter Hekster, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Size
H: 49,5 cm
H: 19.5 inch

Description

wood, middle brown patina, remains of pigments, handle in shape of a human head, drum stick missing, min. dam., cracks, slight traces of abrasion, socle;
used at divination ceremonies to accompany songs introducing the oracle. The rectangular opening was not just a resonator, it could contain magical mass as well.


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