Sangbei Drum

A sangbei drum with a tall hollow body carved out of a light wood. and a wooden plinth at the bottom for balancing it upright on the floor. It has a hide drum head, held in place by a role of orange patterned fabric and thick string.

Further Information

  • Type: Musical instruments
  • Object: Sangbei Drum
  • Materials: Wood, Leather, animal skin, Textile
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: 516mm [H] x 270mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1960
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
  • Museum: Glasgow Museums
  • Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.eh

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