Object 6

Rope-tensioned Drum

The linen drum from 1571 is the earliest dated and preserved drum. Unfortunately, it was later trimmed, i.e. the frame was shortened.

Object Description

Maker unknown Basel, 1571, datedThree shields with Basel crosier (painting, shell)Wood, painted; skin; hemp rope; leather; gut snare; iron Rope in eight courses, with iron hooks hooked onto the hoop; double gut snare; seven soundholesH. 55 cm; 0 50 cm (skin)Donation Kantonales Zeughaus, Basel lnv.-no. 1894.37.1.

 
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