Javanese large kendang gamelan drum

Vintage Javanese Kendang (Gamelan Drum); This orchestra-quality, two-headed drum features the asymmetrical design typical of traditional Javanese style, with one head larger than the other. Carved from solid teak wood, the drum body displays intricate traditional motifs and rests on its original carved teak stand.

A foundational rhythm instrument in Indonesian music, the kendang sets the tempo and leads transitions in Javanese, Sundanese, and Balinese gamelan ensembles. Related to the Indian mridangam, similar double-headed drums feature prominently in Kulintang traditions across Southeast Asia. Originally from Java, Indonesia

Note: Minor vintage wear, including a small chip on one stand leg that does not affect structural stability.

Dimensions: 19″ x 29.5″ x 28″

Vintage piece. Sell in used, pre-owned condition. Vintage and antique items by nature have variable amounts of wear, imperfections, signs of use, age and time. Perfectly imperfect. Condition shown as in pictures. Kindly contact us if you need more info. or detail pictures.

Due to the size and/or the delicate situation of the item. Please contact us for more detail information /pick up or shipping options.

* The last three museum Javanese kendang gamelan pictures refer from links below:

The British Museum

https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_As1859-1228-209-a

https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_As1859-1228-210

Wesleyan University

https://wesomeka.wesleyan.edu/vim2/items/show/9