Diviner's Slit-Drum (mukoku ngoombu)

Artist Yaka or Suku artist

Datelate 19th century to early 20th century

Associated withAfrica

MediumWood and string

DimensionsDrum: 13 3/4 x 2 7/8 x 3 in. (34.9 x 7.3 x 7.6 cm)
Striker: H. 8 3/4 x Diam. 5/8 x in. (22.2 x 1.6 cm)

ClassificationsSculpture

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Mace Neufeld

Object numberGL.76.17.13/a-b

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