Janus Songye whistle
Musical instrument from the Congo
Very beautiful and fine anthropomorphic janus whistle with a lustrous patina from the Songye
According to Bastin in Journal de la Société de musique africaine, 1992, vol. 7, n° 2, p. 24, : in war, it was used to encourage men to march into battle, arousing enthusiasm and shouts among the warriors.
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Data sheet
- Size
- 12 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Condition
- Excellent
Musical instrument from the Congo
Very beautiful and fine anthropomorphic janus whistle with a lustrous patina from the Songye
According to Bastin in Journal de la Société de musique africaine, 1992, vol. 7, n° 2, p. 24, : in war, it was used to encourage men to march into battle, arousing enthusiasm and shouts among the warriors.