Wilderness – 14-Inch Indigenous Deer Hide Drum
Wilderness – 14-Inch Indigenous Deer Hide Drum
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Its sound gives another dimension to the materials from which it is made. It is both a visual creation and an instrument meant to be experienced.
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The spirit of the object
This natural drum is captivating in its simplicity. Without dye or paint, it reveals the material in its purest form, like an object that exists as it is, without transformation.
Crafted with a process rooted in transmitted knowledge, it possesses a sober and stable presence, asserting itself without excess.
When you hold it, the rhythm comes naturally. The deep, enveloping sound fills the space and creates a continuous, almost soothing vibration.
Each beat brings us back to something simpler, more direct, like a return to the essential.
Symbolism
The absence of tint highlights the raw material at times when one is looking for something more authentic and unadorned.
This type of drum becomes particularly present in practices such as meditation, chanting, or rituals where one wishes to reconnect with a natural rhythm.
In this context, it acts as an anchor point and facilitates a more direct connection with the body and the environment.
Materials and craftsmanship
- Genuine Quebec deer hide, natural and undyed
- Worked natural wooden frame
- Entirely hand-assembled
- Handcrafted mallet included (natural stick and genuine fur)
Each drum has a unique vibration, influenced by the hide, tension, and natural materials.
The drum is often associated with rhythm, presence, and connection to life. Read the dedicated article.
Creation handcrafted by Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan, Ilnu artisan.
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