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Round drum - property of headman, sole function to warn people of his approach s
Round drum - property of headman, sole function to warn people of his approach s
Object Number 37-32-50/2409
Display Title Round drum - property of headman, sole function to warn people of his approach s
Descriptions
Object Description Round drum - property of headman, sole function to warn people of his approach so they would come out to pay their respects
Inventory Description Drum, wooden body with hide on both ends, fur rim, fur and hide strap
Classification
  • Percussion
  • Raw Material
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Bene
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Cameroon
Additional Geographic Terms Cameroon, southern: Mbalmayon, vicinity of
Materials Wood, Fur, Hide, Leather
Dimensions Overall: 20.5 x 24 x 4.5 cm (8 1/16 x 9 7/16 x 1 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 37-32-50/2409

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