Find Lots

• Auction House:
  Theodore Bruce
• Sale Name:
  Timed Online Auction | The Todd Barlin Collection of Oceanic African & Asian Art
• Sale Date:
  05 Dec 2022 ~ 6pm (AEDT)
• Lot #:
  9016
• Lot Description:
  A Fine Collection of Ten Antique African Hunting Whistles (from Various Tribal Groups and African Countries)
  this fine collection of African Whistles or Flutes were collected over 40 years, I kept buying the best examples choosing them according to the most interesting forms & the genuine old patina.
  L 8 - 49 cm
• Provenance:
  The Todd Barlin Collection of African Miniature Sculptures
• Notes:
  This collection shows the various forms that these beautiful objects come in, they are used in many parts Africa both for magical and ceremonial purposes and for hunting in the bush where hunters secretly communicate with each other when using them. Whistles also function as hunting charms. Worn by chiefs and prominent hunters, they are used to communicate with each other during group hunts and also to subdue and cast spells over game. "These activities complement each other metaphorically - just as a hunter stalks his prey, so does a diviner track down criminals, sorcerers, and other sources of illness, death, and suffering".
• Estimate:
  A$500 - 700
• Realised Price:
  *****
  

  Can't see the realised price? Upgrade your subscription now!

• Category:
  Tribal

This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.