Vintage Handcrafted Djembe Drum – Wooden Stave Construction – Natural Skin – 50 cm Object: Vintage Djembe-style percussion drum Period: 20th century, pre-1996 Origin: Unknown Materials: Wood, natural animal skin, braided rope Height: 50 cm Top diameter: 36 cm Bottom opening: Approx. 12 cm Description Vintage handcrafted Djembe-style percussion drum, dating back at least 30 years. The instrument features an attractive wooden body constructed from individually assembled staves in contrasting reddish-brown and dark wood tones, creating a distinctive decorative appearance. The drumhead is made from natural animal skin, secured by a traditional rope-tensioning system featuring tightly braided black and beige cords. The combination of natural materials, wooden construction and traditional-style rope bindings gives the instrument an appealing vintage character. Its generous dimensions make it suitable both as a percussion instrument and as a decorative or collectible object. Condition Good vintage condition, consistent with age and previous use. The wooden body shows minor surface wear and natural signs of ageing. The original-style rope bindings appear complete, while the natural skin drumhead displays some discoloration and surface marks, with no obvious major tears visible. The instrument has not been professionally tested or restored and is offered in its present condition. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. An attractive vintage percussion instrument with distinctive wooden construction and over 30 years of documented ownership history.