Black Shekere Cowrie Shell Rattle
Black Shekere Cowrie Shell Rattle
Black Shekere Cowrie Shell Rattle
Black Shekere Cowrie Shell Rattle

Black Shekere Cowrie Shell Rattle

Regular price $42.00

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.

***Due to each varying in size, shape and handle, one unique shaker will be selected for you.

*Sold individually.

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Sizes:
Small: 3.5-4”W x 4-5”T
Medium: 6-7”W x 8”T
Large:7-9”W x 11-12”T

Origins: West Africa