Upright Casket Created for Late Wanga King

"According to Wanga customs, kings are buried while seated, wrapped in animal skin with a stool, the symbol power, placed on their head.  Wambani’s burial will be done in the modern way but still uphold the tradition.The coffin that will be used to bury the king has been built like a chair to comply with the tradition."

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