Armpit Drum

1989.10.0046A

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Artifact Identification Armpit Drum   (1989.10.0046A)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication T&E
  2. :
  3. Musical T&E
  4. :
  5. Musical Instruments
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date Mid-20th century
Culture Mende
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 46.6 cm
Dimension 2 (Diameter) 21.5 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 1059 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Animal--Skin--without Fur/Feathers/Scales, Plant--Wood
Manufacturing Processes Tanning

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Costume Shop, UIUC
Reproduction no

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