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Two Thousand Year Old Han Frog Drum-Rare Chinese Rain Drum Southern China/Yunnan

About the Item

Two-thousand-year old Han frog drum. Rare to find in such complete condition- usually only found in fragmentary condition. Museum piece. Stands 15 inches tall, top diameter is 26 inches. The one close example I can find was up at a Christie's auction in Amsterdam which was being sold with a miniature example as well. The two drums had a pre-auction estimate of 50,000 gilders for the pair in the 1980s.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Diameter: 23.125 in (58.74 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Almost all authentic Han Drums have some loss and significant wear like this one. No repairs I can see. It is structurally sound. Look at photos to see losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Ukiah, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 69561stDibs: LU5669234206532

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