By A Mystery Man Writer
A One-of-a-Kind, African shaker handmade from a dried calabash gourd with cowrie shells woven onto a net covering the gourd. The Shekere (aka Axatse) is a West African percussion instrument used in West African traditions, music and sacred ceremonies. In performances it is shaken or hit against the hand. Size: 4-5”W x
A One-of-a-Kind, African shaker handmade from a dried calabash gourd with cowrie shells woven onto a net covering the gourd.
The Shekere (aka Axatse) is a West African percussion instrument used in West African traditions, music and sacred ceremonies. In performances it is shaken or hit against the hand.
Size: 4-5”W x 5-7”T
Each is one of a kind and will vary in size and shape.
Origins: West Africa
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