The design and balance of an old kotsuzumi (small tabor) are good. The maki-e (gold lacquer) on which an amishiro (cattle) cart is being pulled under the cherry blossoms in full bloom is also excellent.
[Overview]
Old kotsuzumi drum. It is thought to have been made in the Meiji period. Maki-e on the body is also thought to be made in the same period. The weight of the cylindrical body is 446 grams. This is the main body only. No accessories.
[Condition.]
It is in good condition with no noticeable scratches or blemishes. The maki-e is also in good condition with no peeling or floating damage.
[Features]
The body of this kotsuzumi is made of dense and heavy cherry wood. The maki-e on the body of the kotsuzumi is made of dense and heavy cherry wood.
☆Explanation of Kotsuzumi Instruments
☆Explanation of how to assemble a kotsuzumi, types of percussion, and hand assembly
☆Noh Explanation Page - Secrets of Noh Musical Instruments, Four Beats - Secrets of Musical Instruments, Secrets of the Noh Stage
☆Store Locations
30 second walk from Shin-Okubo Station ticket gates!
3F Floor, TC Gakki, 1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Okubo Wind Instrument Store/TC Gakki
wind@tcgakki.com
Phone: 03-5386-4563
13:00-20:00(Closed on Wednesdays)
