Musical InstrumentsMembranophone-double-headed / cylindrical drum19th centuryDrum is a membranophone-double-headed / cylindrical drum of possibly Burmese origin created in 19th century — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Classification | Membranophone-double-headed / cylindrical drum |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the possibly Burmese culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1899.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Drum?
Drum is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Drum created?
Drum dates to 19th century.
Is Drum in the public domain?
Drum is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026