West African Rattles, Three Hide Drums

• Title West African Rattles, Three Hide Drums
• Category Utilitarian
• Medium Animal Hide, Wood
• Dimensions 15.25"h x 3.5"w x 1"d
• Notes This object primarily falls under the Iti classification, referring to instruments that contain a membrane that is stuck with a hand or a beater.* However, it is highly likely this object could also fall into the Iyo category, referring to rattles. Much of the music of West Africa is played in ensembles at masquerades, festivals, funerals, etc. Since it is associated with dance, the rhythmic effect is important. This is the reason for the prevalence of percussion instruments. *J.N. Lo-Bamijoko, “Classification of Igbo Musical Instruments, Nigeria.” (African Music, vol.6, no. 4, 1987), 19-41.
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• Credit Clyde and Annie Matters Collection
• Location Library Art Storage H7
• Accession Number 1994.0032.d
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