1. 1781.b.6/33
- Reference (shelfmark):
- 1781.b.6/33
- Title:
- 'Negersklaven mit dem Ṯúmburah-orchester'. Photographer: Christiaan Snouck Hurgronje
- Scope & Content:
- Genre/Subject Matter: This two-colour printed drawing shows a troupe of twelve seated and standing men, several holding musical instruments. They are described as ‘negro slaves’ and are part of the ‘tumburah orchestra’. The word ‘tumburah’ (also: Tanbūr, Tanbura, Tambura or Tanboor) refers to...
- Collection Area:
- India Office Records and Private Papers
- Languages:
- German
- Date Range:
- 1888
- Extent:
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1 print