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Handcrafted Wood Djembe Drum, "King of the Forest"

Product ID: 172237

Robert K. Ghartey celebrates African musical traditions with this spectacular djembe drum. He carves it by hand from local tweneboa wood, which he... more

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Robert K. Ghartey celebrates African musical traditions with this spectacular djembe drum. He carves it by hand from local tweneboa wood, which he decorates with the image of a proud lion overlooking his kingdom. Ghartey uses cotton twine for the upper part, which includes a goat hide drumhead secured by iron rings.

  • 8.99 kgs
  • 19.8 lbs
  • 65 cm H x 35 cm Diam.
  • 25.5" H x 13.75" Diam.

  • Tweneboa wood, goat hide, iron rings and cotton twine
  • Instrument Rating: Advanced/Professional quality, intended for discerning musicians
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 172237
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Robert K. Ghartey
Robert K. Ghartey

West Africa

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"Life was so difficult then, but I kept my focus and my mother was a source of motivation, always encouraging me to keep up the good work I was doing."

"My name is Robert Kofi Ghartey, born on January 15, 1982 in Ghana's coastal area. I come from a loving family comprising my mum and dad, an... read more

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