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Rattle (Shekere)Mahongwe Reliquary "Bwete" RattleEastern Gabon Brass, Wood, Fiber Height: 28 cm This ceremonial rattle features the classic Mahongwe reliquary (also called Ossyeba) snake-like face, fashioned from copper binding and brass wires,incorporated onto the body of a hand held rattle. The elongated hand grip middle is composed of securely bound wood strips that extend downward and flares into the lower rattle section. The seed in-cased bottom housing has been carefully crafted with a beautiful natural fiber woven binding. This type of instrument is used during ceremonies associated with formal burial rituals.
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