Kondi

The kondi (Temne), also known as kututen (Limba) and bundoma (Loko), is a metal box which has a number of metal tongues fixed on top of it - the longest in the centre, then tapering off regularly on both sides. The box also has an extension through which thin metal wires are threaded. The kondi is played by holding the box resonator to the chest, with the keys facing forwards. The keys are plucked, and an additional sound is made from the rattle at the end. On this example the metal box has been fitted with a wooden top. It also has small stones placed inside the box, producing a sounds when it is shaken.

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Further Information

• Type: Musical instruments
• Object: Kondi
• Materials: Wood, Metal, Stone
• Culture Group: Limba, Loko
• Dimensions: 150mm [L]
• Production Date: Pre 2011
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Unknown
• Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
• Accession Number: SLNM.2011.008.05

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