The Brass Horn is popularly known as Shinga and is a sort of ceremonial instrument that the Khonds tribe of Odisha use during of their marital marriage. This intricately sculptured brass-made horn features a curved circular design, with many ornamental decorations across its body. One portion of the horn has a tapering end whereas another end is a broad circular end signifying aesthetic craftmanship and at the same time, cultural relevance.
The small bell hung in the middle of the body of the horn is the strikingly unique attribute of the Shinga, which creates sound and motion as the horn is played at functions. So, while the brass cone has one particularity, which is that it does not function as a musical instrument, it is instead a decorative ornament that typically hangs from a bridegroom's turban during wedding processions. This symbolizes the tribe's significance regarding ornament embellishment and the representation of an individual's status.These kinds of objects show the inherent heritage of the Khonds and the striving they employ in today's world to continue preserving their traditional practices. The brass horn is thus a reflection of both tribal art as well as ceremonial tradition-a window into the attractive usages of one of the ancient indigenous communities in India.