___ Kith & Kin ___
A Rewilding of Sound and Form


An exhibition by Melissa H. Foss



MINERAL MIND / MENTE MINERAL




TYPE: MUSIC MASK


This music mask is an homage to the mountain range of Chubut, Argentina, where it was created with wild clays. The instrument produces sound with internal bells and two small flutes that have two finger holes each. The flutes can be played separately or together to produce melodies and beat frequencies.
 

Esta máscara musical es un homenaje a la cordillera de Chubut, Argentina, donde fue creada con arcillas salvajes. El instrumento produce sonido con campanas internas y dos pequeñas flautas que tienen dos orificios para los dedos cada una.  Las flautas se pueden tocar por separado o juntas para producir melodías y frecuencias de ritmo.
 




YEAR:   2023
DIMS:   7 x 10.5 x 3.75 in
MEDIUM: Wild clay, beeswax 





Each instrument is unique, handcrafted by Melissa Hyatt Foss