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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
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