1920 Chinese 14" Drum Hand Painted Cowhide Double Sided With Rooster & Goat Tacked Bamboo Drumsticks

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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
An early 20th century, Chinese, double sided ceremonial drum. Tacked cowhide with a hand painted rooster on one … more ITEM DESCRIPTION:
An early 20th century, Chinese, double sided ceremonial drum. Tacked cowhide with a hand painted rooster on one side and a goat on the other. Tight on both sides with a great sound. The sides are made of wood slats with traces of gilding. The drumsticks are newer bamboo. Base is marked “Make in China”. In excellent condition with period wear and patina, consistent with age and use. Some of the wood slats have some early separation and old paint touchups. There is no serious damage or repairs.
Please note the following item specifics:
OVERALL SIZE IN INCHES:
Drum: 14 diameter x 8 high
Drumsticks: 16 long.
COLOR: Multicolor
YEAR:c1920
OVERALL CONDITION (SEE SCALE BELOW):
CONDITION: C7-Excellent
MATERIAL: Cowhide, metal tacks, bamboo sticks
MAKER: Made in China

CONDITION GRADING SCALE: C10-New, never used. C9-Mint C8-Near mint C7-Excellent C6-Very good C5-Good C4-Fair

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