Zemanek-Münster

Drum

D. R. Congo, Tabwa
sold EUR 300
Provenance
Manfred Zirngibl, Passau, Germany
Size
H: 31,5 cm
H: 12.4 inch

Description

wood, encrusted brown patina, of cylindrical form with resonance hole, band ornament, animal drum skin, min. dam., missing parts through insect caused damage (bottom), fine cracks, traces of abrasion;
the drum is held against the chest and played while performing complicated dance steps. The drummer might be accompanied by an individual playing a thumb piano and ankle ratlles.


Comparing literature

Brincard, Marie-Therese, Sounding forms, Washington D.C. 1989, p. 109, ill. 37

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