Drum (Kundu)
ClassificationsTools and Equipment-musical instruments-drums
Datemid 20th Century
Collection SiteEast Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea
Made AtEast Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea
MediumWood, lizard skin and rubber
Dimensions22 7/8 × 5 3/4 × 6 1/8 in. (58.1 × 14.6 × 15.6 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number2017.10.76
DescriptionThis carved wooden drum was collected from the Schouten Islands of Papua New Guinea and dates back to the mid-20th century. Drums were traditionally used during dances for religious and ceremonial purposes. They were made by fire-hollowing and scraping out the burnt centers of whole logs. Once hollow, decorations were added to the exterior and a lizard or snake skin was attached to one end to form the head of the drum. A zoomorphic shaped wooden handle is attached to the center. It also has carved designs throughout the object. The design is constantly interlocking throughout the object. Drums also served as a store of wealth and a limited form of money.On View
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