Drums from Sub-Saharan Africa
Object type:
musical instrument > membranophones > bi-conical drum
Materials:
wood, raffia, leather
Legend:
The ‘asafotwene’ or warrior drum of the Fante is a single-skinned double-conic drum with decorative elements derived from the Adynkra symbolism. With its protruding projected breasts, this drum represents the female torso; a symbol of fertility.
Place of collecting:
Ghana
Culture:
Akan
Acquisition related person:
Samir Borro (°1943) as donor
Dimensions:
87 cm x 40 cm
Inventory number:
MO.2004.1.4