Abelam Ceremonial Coconut Flute jasper described "Phemba" as "the one

described "Phemba" as "the one who gives children-in-potentia

believed to protect

Bottle has a stunning colour that varying from pale bluish green to light seafoam green

What makes this piece particularly special is the vivid use of red

is a remarkable collector’s item

Abelam Ceremonial Coconut Flute jasper described "Phemba" as "the oneAbelam people, early to mid. 20th century, Maprik District, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea Magnificent and finely aged ceremonial flute made from the shell of a small coconut, expertly carved and transformed into a ritual sound instrument. The exterior surface is incised with refined geometric patterns and paired stylized faces, while two drilled apertures allow the production of modulated tonesplayed either open or with partial obstruction of