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Drum - Double Head

Chokwe Double-Headed Royalty Drum

Angola, Zambia, DRC
Chokwe

Wood, Leather
ca. Mid-20th century

Length: 23 inches x Diameter 11 inches
Membranophone - Struck (Directly) - Two-Headed

Drums are among the most important art forms in Africa, used both as a musical instrument and as a work of sculpture significant in many ceremonial functions, including dance, rituals, story telling and communication of messages.

 

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Catalog#: AF-MBST-54-98