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Wood djembe drum, "Elephant Beat"

Name: Wood djembe drum, 'Elephant Beat'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 143621
Price: 369.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (131 reviews)

Product ID: 143621

by Salihu Ibrahim (131)

The musical traditions of West Africa inspire Salihu Ibrahim in the colorful design of this djembe drum. Its name comes from the Malian language... more

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The musical traditions of West Africa inspire Salihu Ibrahim in the colorful design of this djembe drum. Its name comes from the Malian language meaning "come together." This is one of the few types of drums played throughout the different West African communities, which tend to restrict the use of musical instruments to their own group. Ibrahim carves the djembe's goblet shape from tweneboa wood and details it with an elephant walking in the savannah. It features a goatskin drumhead that is played with the hands.

11.42 kgs
25.2 lbs

64 cm H x 34 cm W x 34 cm D
25" H x 13.5" W x 13.5" D

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US/Imperial

Tweneboa wood, goatskin and nylon cords
Instrument Rating: Beginner quality, intended for casual use
Clean with a soft, dry cloth
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 143621

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Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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131

Dominique

From San Francisco Bay Area

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Nov 02, 2024

“A cherished heirloom”

A striking and well crafted mask. I get compliments on this piece whenever visitors come to my home.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

“Good quality”

Excellent work!

Purchased Item African Pillow Throne, African Wood Sculpture

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 25, 2024

“Beutiful item”

As expected

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Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Meet the Artist

Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

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