Small Tutsi drum sheathed in skin and braided fibers - Rwand - Lot 35

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Small Tutsi drum sheathed in skin and braided fibers - Rwand - Lot 35
Small Tutsi drum sheathed in skin and braided fibers - Rwanda - first half 20th century Small cylindrical Tutsi drum from Rwanda, made of braided plant fibers and stretched with animal skin at both ends. The body features black geometric decoration on a natural beige background, composed of triangular and linear motifs obtained by alternating dyed fibers. A corded side handle is attached to the drum body. This type of object was used in a ceremonial or musical context, notably during community and ritual events. Antique work with traces of use, wear and some irregularities due to age. Details : Height : 13.5 cm - Diameter : 9 cm - Weight : 75 gr - Materials : vegetable fibers, animal skin and cord - Provenance : Rwanda - Period : first half of the 20th century.
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