Enjoy the feel of a West African beat as you play this bold-looking bongo drum. Presented by Ghanaian artisan Mary Charity Owusu, the bongo is hand-carved out of tweneboa wood and covered with a goatskin head. Red and black cotton cord and a dramatic block pattern decorate the professionally tuned drum, which features a convenient carrying strap.

Product Features: 

• Dimension: 9" H x 9.75" W x 9.75" D
• Weight: 2.24
• Color: Black
• Material: Tweneboa wood, goatskin, cotton cord, iron rod
• Made in Ghana

Story Behind the art:
I'm Mary Charity Owusu and I was born in Accra in 1955. I am a wood carver and I craft traditional African drums. My friends describe me as happy and hardworking but strict.

I was born into a family of artisans. My father had no male children, so I was always with him. I was amazed at how my father and grandfather carved so professionally. They taught me this craft and I, in turn, have taught more than 20 students. Currently, I teach some of the children in my community.

One of the most difficult moments of my life was after my father died and I had to take on the responsibility of taking care of my family. I had to bring us all into the home together so we could live as one family.

It took a lot of practice and research to master wood carving. I use tweneboa wood and goatskin to create my drums.

I really enjoy creating designs and I love to hear the sound of a beating drum I just completed. Although I had to travel long distances to obtain the materials and also had to buy the leather myself to be certain it was genuine, I found the inspiration to continue.

I dream of having a bigger workshop in the future. I'd also like to help the orphans and needy children of my community.

The handmade touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

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