Ambrym slit drum from Ambrym Island NG Papua Vanuatu

Slit drum from ambrym island - collection of primitive art - vanuatu new guinea papua in port villa, the capital of vanuatu, one cannot fail to be struck by a multitude of slit drums and sculpted ferns, a style that we immediately recognize as that of the island of ambrym. These sculptures have become a national emblem: placed in front of public buildings, reproduced on stamps... These colossal drums punctuate the rank ceremonies of the tribes of vanuatu. This large slotted drum from vanuatu is carved from breadfruit wood. The slit drums of the island of ambrym are still used today to communicate within the villages and to give rhythm to traditional dances on the dance square called "nasara". These majestic shapes, typical of the island of ambrym, mean that these drum totems have become one of the strong symbols of this region of the south pacific. Evocation of curved pig teeth (symbol of prosperity) under this stylized face. Totem sculpture which can be exhibited outdoors as well as indoors this one has a base for indoor exhibition dimensions: 185 cm high 25 cm wide price: €1400 payment on collection given the size a shipment n is not possible do not hesitate to contact me for further information and to consult my other primitive arts announcements.

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