The George Brown Collection at Minpaku
An introduction to the life and work of George Brown, and his collection of ethnological artefacts.
Drum from Papua
A hand-held wooden drum with lizard skin stretched over the top opening. The other opening at the bottom is shaped like the face of an animal with an open mouth on which teeth and facial features are engraved.
| Collection Number | H0137500 |
|---|---|
| Artefact | Drum |
| Location | New Guinea - Papua |
| Materials | Wood, Reptile skin, Colouring |
| Dimensions/Weight | H: 17.9 cm / W: 14.7 cm / D: 56.0 cm / Wght: 984.0 g |