"Antique ceremonial Bansuri-style flute, originating from the North India / Nepal region. A rare ethnic wooden flute featuring thin hand-applied gilt metal rings, made from ultra-fine foil-like gold-coloured material — a characteristic detail often found in older ceremonial or decorative instruments of the Himalayan cultural area.
The body shows age, patina and wear consistent with an antique piece, giving it strong character and authenticity. These types of flutes were often used for rituals, ceremonies, temple offerings, or as traditional household instruments rather than for modern concert performance.
A beautiful collector’s item, decorative ethnographic artifact, or display piece." "Antique Bansuri-style flute
Likely North Indian / Nepali Himalayan region
Ceremonial / ritual style
Hand-applied gilt metal decorative rings (very thin, foil-like gold coating)