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Drum - Single Head

Kuba Ngoma

Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire)
Kuba

Wood, Reptile Skin, Leather
ca. 19th century

Height: 16 inches Diameter of Drumhead: 14 inches

Kuba people (Kasai cluster) drum called "Ngoma". Stylized work decorated ceremonial drum aged surface.

 

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Catalog#: AF-MBST-71-86