Posted 3 years ago
Nan24
(13 items)
Any information on this hand made instrument would be greatly appreciated. I have no idea what it’s made out of other than top of drum appears to be animal hide. Is it an African instrument. It measures 13.5” long the drum is 7” by 6”. Have no idea of age either. Thank you very much
lets light up and make some tunes...lol what a odd thing that is.....I thinking its Japanese but have no clue myself..good luck..
Will be interesting to see if someone knows origin and age... Thank you
I'm sure you'll hit pay dirt here ...don't tell anyone but there's some smart folks in here .they'll kick in here some time ..good luck..stay warm ..
I have no idea what that is But I would like to find out also I'll try to follow this item Good luck with your search
Thank you lots
I can se a nomad sitting on his yak going through the mtns playing this and singing
I love it... I can see the same thing!!
It is called a Bolon. Here you can find more info:
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/antique-late-19c-african-str-bolon-876980777
Thank you very much I will check that out...
Another nice find, a bolon from most likely Guinea or Mali.
Thank you