2005.2.0013 (Drum)

2005.2.0013 (Drum) image

Barrel drum that has a circular, round base that is wider than the body of the drum. One side of the drum has a handle that is designed to be a curved snake/reptile figure that has etchings on its body as decoration, The other side of the drum also has a handle, but it is a leather top that is attached to two triangular raised reliefs at opposing sides. Drumhead is a stretched animal skin that is attached to drum with wooden pegs. Carvings cover the drum, some in a triangular pattern, others in a circular pattern.