Antique Asmat War Trumpet "Fu" from Irian Jaya, Indonesia - 14" H

Antique Asmat war trumpet "Fu" made out of bamboo. It would be blown on the closed end containing the pierced round hole. The surface of the instrument is covered with an intricate geometric carved pattern. Its purpose was to function as a signaling horn, formerly used in warfare.

Displayed on a new custom acrylic base that allows for it to be situated in a 360-degree setting. This piece would complement a variety of interior settings from Warm Minimalist, Organic-Inspired... to Mid-Century, Boho or Coastal Modern. Create a collection - we have several sizes of similar pieces that would look great grouped together!     

Place of Origin: Papua Province, Irian Jaya Region, Indonesia  

Date of Manufacture: early/mid-20th-Century

Condition: Excellent

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures.

Dimensions:

Carved Piece: 13 in. L X 2.5 in. Diam.

Base: 4 L X 4 in. W X 1 in. H

Total: 14 in. H

Reference: 

The Met

Penn Museum at Penn State University

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