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Petite Black Hand Carved Djembe Drum, "Little Black"

Product ID: 239382

Gentle wave-like motifs flow gracefully around the base of this petite djembe drum by Abubakari Alhassan. The djembe drum originated in Benin, where... more

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Gentle wave-like motifs flow gracefully around the base of this petite djembe drum by Abubakari Alhassan. The djembe drum originated in Benin, where it is used during voodoo rites, and has been introduced into neighboring countries; it has become indispensable in reggae. Named twene kituwa, which means "small drum" in the Twi language, it is carved of tweneboa wood. The goatskin head is affixed by iron rings wrapped in cotton, and a macramé cord can be slung over the shoulder.

  • 0.43 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • 18.5 cm H x 13.5 cm Diam.
  • 7.25" H x 5.25" Diam.

  • Tweneboa wood, goatskin, cotton, iron, nylon cord
  • Instrument Rating: Decorative quality, intended only as a conversation piece
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 239382
Abubakari Alhassan
Abubakari Alhassan

West Africa

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Jodi Lorene

From New Albany IN

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Dec 27, 2017

“Stylish and Fun”

I purchased this as a gift for someone at Christmas. He loves it. He carried it around all day tapping and patting on the drum. Announcing his arrival into every room. And, yes, this was a grown man.

Decor and/or Entertainment small drum percussion decor
Purchased Item Little Black, Petite Black Hand Carved Djembe Drum

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Wanda

From Gilbert, Arizoona USA

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Jun 21, 2016

“Small but Nice Handywork”

Small enough to fit between the legs of a hand carved African wooden stool, which allows viewing by others, without the worry of constant handling.

Purchased Item Little Black, Petite Black Hand Carved Djembe Drum

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Felicia

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Dec 02, 2018

“Great for a wedding gift”

The color and design is beautiful!

Purchased Item Gursi Couple, Handcrafted African Wood Gursi Mask from Ghana

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Abubakari Alhassan has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $500.

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