Vintage Timorese Wooden Flute/Whistle for Animal Calling  TIMOR

An antique wooden Timor flute/whistle bearing the inscription 'Nike Benu,' likely the owner's name. This piece is an excellent example of a Timorese whistle, distinguished by its remarkable size, as well as the rich, well-developed patina acquired through extensive use. In rural Timor, where animal husbandry serves as a vital source of livelihood, wooden whistles like this one played a crucial role in summoning and gathering the animals.

This practice of using wooden whistles for animal herding reflects the deep cultural ties to agriculture and animal husbandry within Timorese rural communities. It underscores the practical ingenuity of the people in harmonizing their daily lives with the rhythms of nature and their unique bond with the land and its resources.

MESUREMENTS:  cm  28 x 2.8. //   11" x 1.1"

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Ue countries: 15 Usd
Usa and Canada: 25 Usd  
Other countries: 29 Usd