
Description
Small skull drum made from two crania that are connected at the crowns. The crania are covered with dyed brown skins, stretched to create the drum surface. The joint is covered with a silver collar decorated with engraved flowers, possibly lotus and set with six turquoise and one red coral stones. A rectangular silver box suspension lug is attached to the center collar, as well as two beaters made from twisted cotton strings. Intact, exc. cond. A very nice example. 5"L. x 3-1/4"H.
Provenance: Private American collection. Ex. Koller auction, Switzerland.
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#70853
Provenance: Private American collection. Ex. Koller auction, Switzerland.
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
For those not using LiveAuctioneers' Live Ship program, Artemis Fine Arts offers expert in-house packing and worldwide shipping. With over 20 years of experience, our team provides careful, reliable, and affordable service. For a quick quote on this lot, please contact support@artemisfinearts.com prior to the auction, or call 720-890-7700.
SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.)
PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions.
#70853
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Tibetan Double Skull Drum
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