Drum, mid 20th century
Leeleexpand_more
Wood, animal hide, metalexpand_more
Gift of Target Corporationexpand_more 2011.71.3
Not on Viewexpand_more
The drums of the Leele people were owned by the entire village and played at social events, visually and audibly embodying the community. This elegant, mortar-shaped drum is richly decorated with interlacing abstract designs and a frieze of geometric patterns. The undulating lines in the upper part may refer to running water, a theme also represented by the crocodile carved in high relief on the side of the drum.
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- Title
- Drum
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 2011.71.3
- Curator Approved
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