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Sakara

Drum of hide streched over a pottery ring frame, or sákárà, a talking drum, the tone can imitate the sound of spoken language, played during important events: Africa, West Africa, Nigeria, probably Yoruba, c. 1955

  • Culture:Yoruba
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  • Materials:Hide; Clay
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  • Repository:National Museums Scotland
  • Measurements:Overall: Height 50; Overall: Diameter 280mm