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FLUTE or HUNTER'S WHISTLE
Nuna culture, Burkina Faso
First half of the 20th century
Wood with a shiny patina
H. 18,5 ; L. 5,5 ; Thickness : 2,5 cm
Wooden whistle with two notes, carved to represent a stylized character standing on two cylindrical legs. The body is entirely incised with obliques and the mouthpiece slightly convex.
Wood with a shiny red patina.
It was used for hunting. Its shiny patina testifies to its use.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref: O94V904XGI