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Drum

This drum is made from a hollowed out log. The cowhide drum skin is fastened to the drum by series of twisted cords which completely cover the shell.

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  • Hornbostel-Sachs category:211.11 (Separate) vessel drums
  • Repository:University of Aberdeen Museums
  • Measurements:H. 490; W. 660