"Traditional Flute, Instrument, Carved Coconut, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Oceania"
Finely carved inner part of coconut used as a ritual flute (four holes). Modulated tribal sounds with or without obstruction of the holes. Object reserved for dignitaries in working order. Fully chiseled and featuring a face. Abelam people, north coast of Papua New Guinea. Piece sold with a presentation base. Approx. 14 x 10 x 10 cm / €280 base and free shipping.