Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire)
Luba

Wood
ca. Mid-20th century
Length: 13 cm
Aerophone – Edge-blown – Flute/Whistle

A figural flute/whistle made out of wood and decorated with a carved human head wearing a coiffure in cascade. This whistle comes from the Luba people. The hairstyle and the features of the face are typical of the Luba Shankadi style.