Ngalabi (long drum)
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Alternative TitleNgalabi. |
InstrumentEngalabi |
Instrument FamilyPercussion |
Date Made1966 |
DescriptionTechnical description: Single nailed head of water lizard skin; nailed to tube with wooden nails; two holes for carrying cord; tack holes below head temporarily used while stretching skin. Interior section cylindrical, exterior conical with bulge at head. Head diameter 205. |
Other InformationGeneral usage of type: Used in drum ensembles. |
NotesP.R. Cooke, 1997. |
Measurementsheight 902. |
ProvenanceAcquired by lender in 1967. ; on loan to the Collection. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number2079 |