Vodou Ason Zo Koulev Asogwe with Snake Vertebrae for Oungan & Manbo
Experience the sacred artistry of Haitian Vodou with this authentic ason, crafted for Houngan, Manbo, and Mambo Asogwe initiates. Handmade in Haiti, each rattle features a natural calabash gourd adorned with multicolored glass beads and authentic snake vertebrae (zo koulev), sacred to Danbala Wedo. A small bell honors Papa Loko, the Lwa who bestows the ason during initiation.
Each ason is a unique spiritual instrument symbolizing priestly authority, ancestral lineage, and the power to communicate with the Lwa (Loa) and spirits. The beadwork netting holds the bones of the serpent, echoing the wisdom and continuity of Danbala Wedo, the primordial serpent. This is more than a rattle — it is a “telephone to the spirits” and a ceremonial tool of immense significance.
Perfect for ceremonial use, museum-quality display, or collectors of Afro-Atlantic sacred art, the ason embodies the highest rank of priesthood within the Haitian Vodou tradition.
Features
Handmade Haitian Vodou ason (priest rattle)
Natural calabash gourd body
Multicolor glass trade beads
Sacred snake vertebrae (zo koulev) incorporated
Attached ritual bell for calling the spirits
Authentic ceremonial instrument for Houngan, Manbo, and Mambo Asogwe
Unique handcrafted design, no two are identical
Symbolizes ancestral lineage, spiritual authority, and connection to the Lwa
Specifications
Height: approx. 10–12 inches
Width: approx. 4–5 inches (varies by gourd)
Materials: Calabash gourd, glass beads, natural fiber, snake vertebrae, metal bell
Handmade: Yes
Condition: New
Package Includes
1 × Handmade Vodou Ason Priest Rattle
You can return it for a full refund in 14 days if not happy with the item. Customer pays for return shipping.
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