African whistle of Yaka origin in Congo. Authentic tribal art object from Africa.
  • African whistle of Yaka origin in Congo. Authentic tribal art object from Africa.

Figurative Yimbila whistle Yaka

In African tribal art we find figurative objects such as musical instruments. At the Yaka, the leader of a hunt uses a whistle or yimbila to warn other trackers or to call his dog. The lateral extension of the instrument is used to modulate the tone. The image associated with it protects the hunter and brings him good luck in his business.
Whistles are mostly used in the height of the dry season during mass hunting, when game must be (often with a fire wall) to a pen surrounded by large nets. This atypical model has a head with a characteristic triple headdress. The piece could also be worn as a pendant.

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Data sheet

Presumed dating
Mid XXth century
Size
15,5 x 5 cm
Ethnic group
Yaka / Bayaka
Material(s)
Wood
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Origin
Tribal art collection Belgium
Condition
Excellent

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