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Side-blown horn
This instrument was bought in 1940 from Edward, Gerrard, in London. It is a small side-blown horn or trumpet made from elephant tusk. It has raised mouth- and strap-holes and the "bell" section is wrapped in animal haired skin, partially shaved. The horn was dyed in red. A small strap of vegetable fibers is attached.
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1900–14 - Maker:
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Powell-Cotton Museum - Inventory number:
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Tshopo (province between Poko and Medje), Democratic Republic of Congo - Hornbostel-Sachs classification:423.122.2 Side-blown curved labrosones
- Culture:Zande
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- Hornbostel-Sachs category:423.122.2 Side-blown curved labrosones
- Repository:Powell-Cotton Museum
- Measurements:Length: 290mm