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Drum and drumsticks from the Samoan Islands

Wooden drum used not only for dance and other performances, but also for calling people to gatherings or other events.

Drum and drumsticks from the Samoan Islands
Collection Number H0137760
Artefact Drum
Location Samoan Islands
Materials Wood
Dimensions/Weight H: 13.5 cm / W: 45.2 cm / D: 14.2 cm / Wght: 2340.0 g
Collection Number H0137758
Artefact Drumstick
Location Samoan Islands
Materials Wood
Dimensions/Weight H: 5.1 cm / W: 5.7 cm / D: 22.7 cm / Wght: 154.6 g
Collection Number H0137759
Artefact Drumstick
Location Samoan Islands
Materials Wood
Dimensions/Weight H: 4.6 cm / W: 5.1 cm / D: 22.2 cm / Wght: 156.1 g

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