Frame drum

Maker Inconnu / Unknown

InscriptionsOn drum, written in ink: "We the Indians of Mistawasis Reserve send this drum to the Indian Commissioners. It has been used in heathen rites and dances and is the last relic of heathen observances possessed by any of our band. We send it on token that at the request of our Indian Agent such practices have ceased among us". Signed by William Badger, Chief and 9 headmen.

MarkingsNon marqué / Unmarked

Date 1865-1874

Medium / Technique Rawhide, wood, hide, metal, cotton and ink
Cut and sewn

Dimensions6.2 × 41 cm (depth x diameter)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Communication - Musical T&E - Musical Instruments

CultureIndigenous: Nêhiyawak

Geocultural Area Northern Plains

Origin Mistawasis Reserve, Saskatchewan, Canada

Object NumberME984X.86.1

DivisionIndigenous Cultures - Historical Objects

CollectionMcCord

CreditGift of C. S. Rackstraw

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