Vintage Handcrafted Musical Instruments From Cameroon African Balafon & Gourd Rattle

Beautiful set of authentic handcrafted African musical instruments from Cameroon. This lot includes a traditional wooden balafon/xylophone with natural calabash gourd resonators and matching mallet, along with a large handwoven beaded gourd shaker/rattle.

The balafon features hand-cut wooden keys mounted on a rustic wood frame with suspended gourds underneath for resonance. The accompanying gourd shaker is wrapped in an intricate net of natural seed pods/beads creating a rich rhythmic sound.

These pieces are both functional musical instruments and outstanding display pieces for folk art, tribal décor, music studios, or collectors of African art and ethnographic instruments.

Details:

• Handmade in Cameroon
• Includes balafon/xylophone with mallet
• Large beaded calabash shaker/rattle
• Natural wood, gourds, fibers, and seed pods
• Rustic handcrafted construction
• Wonderful organic patina and character
• Great decorative and collectible appeal

Condition:
Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear from use and handmade construction. Please see photos for details.

Perfect for:

• World music collectors
• African folk art displays
• Boho or tribal décor
• Musicians and percussion enthusiasts
• Cultural collections

One of the many products we are happy to sell here at Global Galleries LLC

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Thank you!

-Blake