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Place of Origin: Ugandan
Authentic African Zebra Skin Drum
Located in Malibu, CA
Drum, African Tamtam Engoma from Uganda. The 50's
20th century African tribal drum. Made using a zebra skin, the drum has great sound.
A multifunctional piece can also be used as an ...
Category
20th Century Tribal Ugandan Folk Art
Materials
Zebra Hide, Hardwood
A Voodo African Object
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An exceptional Voodoo Objet fro Africa, Uganda ,Buganda Kingdom,
the object is decorated with Shells, Beads, Fiber,seeds and iron,
a Royal fetish used by higher Royalty,
ex-collecti...
Category
1960s Vintage Ugandan Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Fabric, Wood
A Voodo African Object
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An exceptional Voodoo Objet fro Africa, Uganda ,Buganda Kingdom,
the object is decorated with Shells, Beads, Fiber,seeds and iron,
a Royal fetish used by higher Royalty,
ex-collecti...
Category
1960s Vintage Ugandan Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Fabric, Wood
Fine Headrest. Karamojong, Uganda
Located in London, GB
A beautifully formed headrest from the Karamojong in Northern Uganda.
Estimated Period: Mid-20th Century (Or Before)
Ex Private Collection, UK
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Ugandan Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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