Trumpet
D. R. Congo, Azande
sold
EUR 450
Size
L: 69 cm
L: 27.2 inch
Description
ivory, honey brown patina, of curved form, with oval mouth piece, dam., missing parts (lower rim), traces of usage;
such trumpets are typical for the whole of northeastern Zaire. They were played in the court and represented royal power and presence. They announced the kings movements and his victories. They were used to be played in pairs.