edzo Posted December 14, 2011 Report Posted December 14, 2011 Dear members, Can anyone give me any information about this drum. It came here (America), in 1842 I think its Buddhist or noh play related? Close examination around the skin does not reveal a seam in the wood, I think it may be a single piece of wood. I’m curious about the mon on the skin. I get the impression that it may have been suspended from a stand? Or carried in a procession? Any input will be appreciated, thanks Quote
Bugyotsuji Posted December 14, 2011 Report Posted December 14, 2011 TAI means fat or stout or replenished, and the T softens to a D sound when it follows another word. So in the case of XYZ-Daiko it would be correct to say Dai-ko or great drum, but on its own you'll find it listed as Taiko. The Mon pattern is Mitsu-domoe, and although used by many families, it is often found quite independently on large drums, especially evoking pictures of the thunder god. The clouds painted on the sides suggest the heavens, the region of the gods, so quite likely connected with a temple or Shinto Shrine. You do see them either suspended or on stands, yes. When not suspended it may have had a thick tasselled rope through the ring. A very nice-looking object, and in good condition too. See: http://www.google.co.jp/search?q=%E5%A4 ... 24&bih=497 PS The black 'n white triangular edging was a feature of the clothing worn by the Ako Ronin during their revenge attack in Edo. Quite fitting at this time of year as the festival is coming up on... errrr... today, 14 December 1703. Quote
Ken-Hawaii Posted January 12, 2012 Report Posted January 12, 2012 Edward, your drum is almost certainly made from a single piece of wood. I can't tell the size from your photo, but if the head diameter is 12-18", it is called a ko-daiko; if it's 18-33", it's a chu-daiko; & if it's larger than that, you probably have a hernia moving the o-daiko into your house! I have an o-daiko that took four of us to bring inside, not including removing the door frame! Ken Quote
edzo Posted January 12, 2012 Author Report Posted January 12, 2012 Hi Ken, It is about 18 inches. I'm sure it is one piece of wood, i inspected both ends under magnification where the skin meets the side. Due to shrinkage of the skin on the ends it exposed a narrow un-lacqured area to inspect. Years ago I had a chance to purchase two antique, large 30"-35" daiko (for $500), and regret it today, the ones that got away. I thought they were to large to go through normal doorways, nevermind getting them into or on my car and i would soon be compelled to sell them. Ed F Hi again, Ken it was about 20 inches tall on end which would make it the small one. The painting on the surface includes two dragons entwined around the sides (can't be seen), chasing the sacred jewel. Quote
Ken-Hawaii Posted January 12, 2012 Report Posted January 12, 2012 Ko-daiko & shime-daiko are the most fun to play, but my huge o-daiko sure wakes up the neighborhood! Here's what I'm playing these days: Ken Quote
edzo Posted January 12, 2012 Author Report Posted January 12, 2012 Ken, what's that timba doing there and are those cunga?(sp?) Drums can move the heart! Luv'em. Ed Quote
Ken-Hawaii Posted January 12, 2012 Report Posted January 12, 2012 Ed, I got caught up with drumming 'way back in grade school, & have been collecting them ever since. Last count was 102 of them on top of nearly every flat surface that's out of reach of our cats. Actually, the cats like to sleep on top of my tympani, & use the congas to jump from place to place. I hadn't set my new chu-daiko drum on the floor for 10 seconds before a cat claimed it (yes, she's a very large cat!): If I can ever teach them to keep rhythm, I'll be able to make one hell of a YouTube video! Ken Quote
edzo Posted January 12, 2012 Author Report Posted January 12, 2012 Ken, Your space looks similar to a good friend of mine. Hes owns and operates three businesses, mostly artsy cool stuff. In his gallery endeavor ( he wanted a place to exhibit his art), he sponsers a drum circle bi-weekly, quite popular been there on occasion, 30+ attendees. He is now selling exotic drums, instruments, and budhist beggars bowls etc. They really get in to it. It has been an effective way of bringing in new blood into his stores. I'm from a musical family, my great uncle directed the Boston Symphany Orchastra, big deal Ha Ha> For many years i desired to collect musical instruments but was always reluctant because of dust and cleaning not to mention the challenges with displaying for my own enjoyment. Ed Quote
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