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Flute

MOA: University of British Columbia

3439/3

Long, hollow cylinder of bamboo with two projections on its sealed end. The opposite end is open, has a triangular notch, and is decorated with a crosshatch design. The entire cylinder has been lightly carved and painted with repeating narrow oval shapes, tapering to a point at each end, with repeating triangles within. There are two holes on the side near the closed end. The designs are coloured a light reddish-brown. Interior is undecorated.

  • Narrative

    Acquired by Bossen during a brief stay in Ambrym, Vanuatu ,1973-1975.

  • Type of Item flute
  • Culture Ni-Vanuatu
  • Material bamboo grass
  • Measurements height 102.3 cm, diameter 4.0 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Frits Bossen
  • Received from Frits Bossen
  • Made in Vanuatu
  • Collection Date between 1973 and 1975
  • Ownership Date before August 19, 2020
  • Acquisition Date on August 19, 2020
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3439/0003

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