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Tambourine

This Egyptian tambourine is known as a "tarr". It is made from wood and covered with a geometrical design in inlaid mother-of-pearl and ivory. Its jingles are bronze.

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  • Repository:University of Aberdeen Museums
  • Measurements:Dia. 230 mm; D. 65 mm.