1920s Chinese Tack-Head Tom-Tom Drum Nordic/Scandinavian showcasing a tiger in full

showcasing a tiger in full roar with an outstretched paw – a symbol of strength and beauty in Japanese culture

5" W x 1" D

Torcs were worn by both men & women and used mainly for self-adornment

holding a lotus in her left hand as an elephant goad rests upon her right shoulder

1920s Chinese Tack-Head Tom-Tom Drum Nordic/Scandinavian showcasing a tiger in fullThis 1920s Chinese tack head Tom Tom drum features hand painted and lacquered wood, iron handle and tacks, two hide drum heads painted with stunning stylized dragons. These types of drums are closely related to the traditional Buddhist ceremonial drums which originated in China, Japan and Korea and are often mistaken as such. Their manufacture is sometimes erroneously attributed to Tibetan temples, indicating a ritual use. The Chinese tom tom drum