Tambour anthropomorphe à fente · Côte d'Ivoire, Dan · ID: 3043539
Vendu
1 100 €
Provenance
Alain Dufour, Saint Maur, FranceDescription
wood, brown patina, incised ornaments, min. dam., slight traces of abrasion, base.
Used at divination ceremonies to accompany ritual songs. The rectangular opening not just served as soundbox, but could contain magical mass as well.
Expertise
Alain Dufour, Saint Maur, 26 June 2008