Drum

A640A

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

Object Number A640A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Buddhist
Provenience Japan
Section Asian
Materials Paper | Wood
Iconography Dragon
Description

Kami-taiko, paper drum, ornament for Buddhist temples. Wooden frame with heads glued on. Dragon design on both heads. Two small rings with red string, also one large ring. Rim is red, heads are yellowish with green dragons.

Thickness 4 cm
Outside Diameter 42.5 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number unknown - Seder Number

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