Big drum
D. R. Congo, Tetela
not available anymore
Size
H: 63 cm
B: 75 cm
H: 24.8 inch
B: 29.5 inch
Description
wood, partly encrusted brown patina, rep. (breakage fixed by metal clamps, circular addition), dam., traces of abrasion and usage, missing parts through insect caused damage;
musical accompaniment for dances or for anouncement of the chief’s arrival.