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Hourglass-shaped drum, the pitch varied by changing the pressure on the strings and thus altering the tension of the membrane.

The pitch of this drum can be varied by changing the pressure on the strings and thus altering the tension on the membrane. It is held under the arm, and movement of the elbow allows the pressure on the lacings to be adjusted.

object
MUSEUM NUMBER
3973
PLACE
COLLECTION
MEASUREMENTS
overall: 20.87 x 8.27 in.; 530 x 210 mm; radius across hide: 160 mm
MATERIAL/TECHNIQUE
wood; hide; vegetable fibre; textile
CATEGORY
Musical Instruments
LOCATION
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