Drum Item Number: B726 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Drum that has a jar-like base with a light coloured hide top and lacings that tie together around the rim of the base. There is a black circle on the drum head. The jar-like base's surface has a hammered effect.
Cultural Context
Used as a solo or accompaniment instrument. Played with fingers and palm of hand.
Item History
- Made in India
- Owned by Mrs. R. L. Whitcombe before May 1957
- Received from Mrs. R. L. Whitcombe (Donor) during May 1957
What
Who
- Culture
- South India
- Previous Owner
- Mrs. R. L. Whitcombe
- Received from
- Mrs. R. L. Whitcombe (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- India
When
- Ownership Date
- before May 1957
- Acquisition Date
- during May 1957
Other
- Item Classes
- metalwork
- Condition
- good
- Current Location
- Case 106