Large Antique Late 19th Century Monks Festival Parade Drum From Nepal

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This antique drum from Nepal was used by the monks and was carried in the festival parades. The monk would … more This antique drum from Nepal was used by the monks and was carried in the festival parades. The monk would use the left hand to hold the drum by the handmade ropes across the back of the drum (see last pic), and would use the right hand to strike the drum skin, and collect donations. The chains and metal bits hanging from the bottom would add an extra "jangle" sound while drum moving. Clearly made as folk art instrument, the drum is somewhat out of round and about 18" at the widest diameter. it was made to make noise...and attract visitors to the temple...it was not made for music.... less