Wayana Ceremonial Dance Club
Kapalu, ceremonial dance club
Wayana, Suriname, Amazonia
Wood, bamboo,cotton
Length: 50 cm, width: 16 cm
Ca. 1930/1940
This Wayana ceremonial dance club, known as a Kapalu, is an ritual object from Surinam, the Amazon region. It was used in traditional Wayana ceremonies and dances, where such clubs served as symbolic instruments rather than weapons.
The club is made from wood, bound with bamboo and cotton fibers, and decorated with engraved geometric patterns. These carvings reflect traditional Wayana design and cultural symbolism.
€ 475
