03-18-201703-18-2017
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2992BBoston
March 18, 2017 11:00 AMCalender
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Two-headed Hand Drum, Damaru

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Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2992BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 18, 2017 11:00AM

Description:

Two-headed Hand Drum, Damaru, Tibetan China, 18th/19th century, with leather drum heads to both ends, two fabric strikers attached to braided strings stitched to a fabric strap around the waist, the waisted drum painted with two bands depicting eight heads of Buddhist deities against a red ground, ht. 3 1/4, drum head dia. to 5 1/4 in.
Estimate $300-500

minor wear and tear, surface scratches, buckling to leather, stains and loose threads to fabric, otherwise in good condition.


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