Kraho Gourd Flute Necklace
Heritage and Construction
Handcrafted by the Krahô (Mëhĩ) people of the Cerrado savanna in central Brazil, this flute necklace is an ornamental piece and traditional instrument rooted in village life. Each pendant is formed from a small, hollowed native gourd and suspended from a cord hand-twisted by Krahô artisans using natural plant fiber. Traditionally crafted as interactive playthings for children and wearable adornments, these flutes demonstrate the Krahô community's inventive use of regional flora.
Use and Form
Designed to be worn as a functional whistle pendant or displayed as a sculptural accent, the necklace pairs organic gourd geometry with raw fiber texture. Subtle variations in gourd silhouette, tone, and hand-twisted cordage are inherent to the handmade process, ensuring each necklace holds its own unique character.