Snail trumpet (Tib. dung kar)
1893 or earlier | Franz Ferdinand von Österreich-Este
The snail trumpet (Tib. dung kar) is one of the oldest wind instruments in the world. Its body is hollow and its tip is sawed off. On the one hand, it is used in rituals to drive away evil spirits, on the other hand it is considered a symbol of good luck. The snail trumpet is usually played in pairs to ensure a deep, sustained sound.
The snail trumpet (Tib. dung kar) is one of the oldest wind instruments in the world. Its body is hollow and its tip is sawed off. On the one hand, it is used in rituals to drive away evil spirits, on the other hand it is considered a symbol of good luck. The snail trumpet is usually played in pairs to ensure a deep, sustained sound.
Collection:
Franz Ferdinand von Österreich-Este (1863 Graz - 1914 Sarajevo) DNB
Time:
1893 or earlier
Object Name
Conch shell trumpet
Culture
Tibet
Material/technology:
Divine conch shell (Turbinella pyrum)
Copyright
Weltmuseum Wien
Collection area
South Asia, Southeast Asia, Himalayas
Geography
Südasien/Himalaya/Nepal
Invs.
103336
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