Slit drum – Wood – Mangbetu – DR Congo

Large Mangbetu slit drum from DR Congo. The Mangbetu adorned many prestige objects with figures where the body of the instrument issues arms and legs, although sometimes only a head is carved at the end of the shaft.

Slit drums are played in ensembles at dances and announce the arrival of the chief and other high dignitaries.

Good condition with a beautiful patina of age.