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Flute - Whistle

Kuba - Kete Hunter Flute

Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire)
Kuba

Wood, skin, fiber
ca. Early-Mid 20th century

Length: 11.5 inches
Aerophone - Edge-blown - Flute/Whistle

This tribal hunter's flute comes from the Kete (Kuba) People of Central Democratic Republic of Congo. It is wrapped in skin and braided fiber. There is one finger-hole (a common characteristic of the Kuba) for altering the pitch. Excellent patina and signs of usage.

 

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Catalog#: AF-AEBH-19-41

Esther Dagan's MAN AND HIS VISION-THE TRADITION OF WOOD SCULPTURE OF BURKINA FASO