Description
Each of these handmade tribal hide drums is an individually crafted ethnographic object, constructed with stretched animal hide over a carved wooden body and bound with woven natural fibre lacing. Likely of African origin, these are not factory pieces — each one carries the marks of the hands that made it, the natural character of the hide, and the honest imperfections that come with genuine ethnographic craft. That individuality is precisely what makes them worth owning.
Sold individually, with buyers selecting their preferred size from the drop-down menu at checkout.
Key Features
- Construction: Stretched animal hide over a carved wooden body, bound with woven natural fibre lacing
- Origin: Likely African / Ethnographic Work
- Era: Vintage
- Materials: Wood, Hide, Natural Fibre
- Character: Each drum has its own individual appearance — please review photographs carefully
- Use: Decorative display, tribal or global interior accent, studio prop, collector’s piece, or light percussion instrument
Specifications
- Large Drum: Height 28 cm (11″), Width 17 cm (6.7″)
- Medium Drum: Height 19 cm (7.5″), Width 15 cm (5.9″)
- Small Drum: Height 15.5 cm (6.1″), Width 12.5 cm (4.9″)
Condition
- Good vintage condition throughout
- Age-related wear, natural imperfections, hide variation, and surface marks are present and consistent with handmade ethnographic objects
- Each drum has individual character — please review the photographs carefully before purchasing
Why It Endures
There is something quietly powerful about an object made entirely by hand from natural materials. These drums bring warmth, texture, and authentic global character to any interior — whether displayed on a shelf, used as a studio prop, or simply kept as a reminder that not everything worth having was made by a machine. They suit tribal, rustic, boho, or eclectic spaces with equal ease.
Please note: The listing price is for one drum only. Select your preferred size when purchasing. We pack with great care and ship worldwide with tracking. Combined shipping is available on multiple purchases.
