UNUSUAL & DECORATIVE OCEANA SLIT DRUM WITH RAMS FORM.

Most likely of Sumatran origin, brought back to western Massachusetts after WWII by its collector. The tree trunk was hollowed out leaving a slit on the upper side and by careful control of the thickness of the carving at least two sounds can be attained by drumming. They were used to call the faithful to prayer and because of the low sound which travels a distance, they could “talk” to other villages. Made from the trunk of a palm tree and carved to resemble a ram and covered with a white wash. A very unusual & decorative form. Comes with a custom wood stand for display. SIZE: 27″ total h x 56″ l x 19″ w. CONDITION: Good. 51344-2 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2350

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2350	$847.00	UNUSUAL & DECORATIVE OCEANA SLIT DRUM WITH RAMS FORM. Most likely of Sumatran origin, brought back to western Massachusetts after WWII by its collector. The tree trunk was hollowed out leaving a slit on the upper side and by careful control of the thickness of the carving at least two sounds can be attained by drumming. They were used to call the faithful to prayer and because of the low sound which travels a distance, they could “talk” to other villages. Made from the trunk of a palm tree and carved to resemble a ram and covered with a white wash. A very unusual & decorative form. Comes with a custom wood stand for display. SIZE: 27″ total h x 56″ l x 19″ w. CONDITION: Good. 51344-2 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2350 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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UNUSUAL & DECORATIVE OCEANA SLIT DRUM WITH RAMS FORM.