Lali, 1860 - 1930
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/ORCS.9.01
Scope and Contents
Lalis are wooden slit drums, made by hollowing out logs of resonant timber, leaving crosspieces at both ends, and beaten with two sticks. Small portable lalis, similar to this example, were used for dancing and ceremonial occasions.
Dates
- Creation: 1860 - 1930
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Description
wood
Date information
DateText: The date is approximate..
Finding aid date
2018-02-07 14:31:12+00:00
Geographic
Repository Details
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Map Dept enquiries: maps@lib.cam.ac.uk
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