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Drum, 26 in. h. x 5 in. w, snake skin head, with nails inserted in center (studs
Drum, 26 in. h. x 5 in. w, snake skin head, with nails inserted in center (studs
Object Number 973-11-70/5268
Display Title Drum, 26 in. h. x 5 in. w, snake skin head, with nails inserted in center (studs
Descriptions
Object Description Drum, 26 in. h. x 5 in. w, snake skin head, with nails inserted in center (studs rather than nails)
Inventory Description Drum, wood, reptile skin head studded at center, fiber cord band, chipped base
Classification
  • Percussion
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Papua New Guinea
Additional Geographic Terms Ialibu; Mt. Hagen area
Materials Wood, Reptile skin, Fiber
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-11-70/5268

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