Miniature Drums

Miniature Drums

Miniature Drums - Kotsuzumi - for Doll Display A: Hand Drum. Central stem of drum is black lacquered wood shaped narrower in center with two gold bands around center. Ends are made of card disks glued to central stem (one end has come unglued). White disks are painted with a black design circles in the center and white dots on edges. Gold foil on inside ends. Orange silk braids are tied through holes in the disks and around middle of stem. B: Larger drum H: 4.625" Dia: 3.25". Central stem of drum is black lacquered wood shaped narrower in center with two gold maple leaves and pine needles around center. Ends are made of card disks .Gold painted on inside ends. Red silk braids are tied through holes in the disks and around middle of stem. C: Wood stand for B: Tsuzumi drum H: 2.5" W: 4.75" D: 2.875". Unvarnished wood rectangular base with 2 U shaped wood pieces glued near each end; U shape holds drum. Note in ink on bottom "Tsuzumi (one of Japan's musical instruments) Performed by placing on one's shoulder struck with fingers. For tones the strings are tightened or loosened by fingers of other hand. Used as accompaniment to Kabuki drama. (gift from Sumiko Chikagawa 1964)."

1996.010.168