Fifaru Drum

This drum resembles a Fula fifaru drum, though the Fula origins of the drum are uncertain as the Glasgow Museum catalogue notes it to be of possible Mende origin. The drum has a long cylindrical wooden body with a tapered end. It is held in place between the thighs when played.

Further Information

• Type: Musical instruments
• Object: Fifaru Drum
• Materials: Wood, Leather, animal skin
• Culture Group: Fula, Mende
• Dimensions: 440mm [L] x 210mm
• Production Date: Pre 1960
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
• Museum: Glasgow Museums
• Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.eg

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