Drum Collection (page 9)

The King of the Ashanti (Ghana) welcomes an English mission led by Thomas Bowdich, 1817
FLO4620290 The King of the Ashanti (Ghana) welcomes an English mission led by Thomas Bowdich, 1817. Drummers and dancers with human skulls perform in front of nobles under parasols

Poster of 'Sybille de Cumes', magic show. Theatre Robert-Houdin, Paris. 1898
CUL4893794 Poster of 'Sybille de Cumes', magic show. Theatre Robert-Houdin, Paris. 1898; (add.info.: Dir. Hughes, Howard R. Melies, George); Photo © HILL/AIC.

Festival in honour of the Serpent God (centered around Ouidah, Benin). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio
FLO4620026 Festival in honour of the Serpent God (centered around Ouidah, Benin). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Hans and Bolette Puggaard's three children, 1827. Creator: Jensen, Christian Albrecht (1792-1870)
Hans and Bolette Puggaard's three children, 1827. Private Collection

"After the Battle", by P. H. Calderon, A.R.A., 1864. Creator: W Thomas. "After the Battle", by P
"After the Battle", by P. H. Calderon, A.R.A., 1864. Engraving of a painting. 'A battle has raged in and around a Flemish village; the English have been victorious

Wandering minstrels at Yokohama, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Wandering minstrels at Yokohama, 1864. Engraving of a sketch '...by Mr. C. Wirgman, our special artist...of wandering musicians

Troops in Tournai R.R. [i.e., railroad] station, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Troops in Tournai R.R. [i.e., railroad] station, between c1914 and c1915. French soldiers in Tournai, Belgium during World War I.

Magic Drummer
Angela Muliani Hartojo

Powder Dance
Gatot Herliyanto

Razan
Angela Muliani Hartojo

A Lover drummer
Lisdiyanto Suhardjo

Love Drums
Prijasambada

the drum
Gilbert Claes

After Show
Sebastian Kisworo

Dressage
Christine von Diepenbroek

Silent Drummer
Derek Galon MA FRPS FOPS

Daishinicho and Daishinichizo (image 1 of 2), 19th century. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Daishinicho and Daishinichizo (image 1 of 2), 19th century

Interior of a Sikh Temple at Umritzir - reading the Grunt'h, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Interior of a Sikh Temple at Umritzir [in India] - reading the Grunt'h - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. The Gooroos are the spiritual guides of the Sikhs

Silver Kettledrums for the 5th Royal Irish Lancers, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Silver Kettledrums for the 5th Royal Irish Lancers, 1876....manufactured to the order of Lieutenant-Colonel Massey, honourably distinguished as "Redan Massey, " by the firm of G

Lieutenant Cameron's Sketches in Central Africa: Wedding Dance at Kibaiyeli, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Lieutenant Cameron's Sketches in Central Africa: Wedding Dance at Kibaiyeli, 1876. A...specimen of native African manners...a wedding party at Kibaiyeli

Saying Grace, mid-late 18th century. Creator: Workshop of Jean-Baptiste-Simeon Chardin
Saying Grace, mid-late 18th century

Voulez-vous de l'or...des diamans.. 1838. Creator: Honore Daumier
Voulez-vous de l'or...des diamans.. 1838. Voulez-vous de l'or, voulez-vous de l'argent, voulez-vous des diamans, des millions des milliasses? Approchez, faites vous server [

Shichiri Oboro (image 1 of 2), 1857. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Shichiri Oboro (image 1 of 2), 1857. Actors Nakamura Enjaku as Deshi Nitcho and Bando Mitsugoro VI VI as Deshi Nichizo; Ichikawa Danzo VI as Taijin

Lahula Ragaputra, Son of Dipak Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), c1685-c1690. Creator: Unknown
Lahula Ragaputra, Son of Dipak Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1685 and c1690

A Hindoo mendicant pilgrim, 1876. Creator: Unknown
A Hindoo mendicant pilgrim, 1876. Indian man with musical instruments. From "Illustrated London News", 1876

Megha Mallar Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Megha Mallar Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1725 and c1750

Krishna Kills Aghasura, 1675-1700. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Kills Aghasura, 1675-1700. One of the many demons the Hindu god Krishna defeats during his childhood and youth is Aghasura, who assumes the form of an enormous serpent

Vasanta Ragini, Second Wife of Dipak Raga, Folio from a Ragamala... between c1675 and c1700. Creator: Unknown
Vasanta Ragini, Second Wife of Dipak Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1675 and c1700

A Dwarf Drummer, c.500. Creator: Unknown
A Dwarf Drummer, c.500

Ritual Pellet Drum, c.18th century. Creator: Unknown
Ritual Pellet Drum, c.18th century

Costumes de Différents Pays, Musiciens du Senegal, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Musiciens du Senegal, c1797

Oceanian Drummer, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Oceanian Drummer, 18th century

Native of the Dinka tribe, white Nile, mending his drum; The Nile Valley above Khartum, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Native of the Dinka tribe, white Nile, mending his drum; The Nile Valley above Khartum, 1875.From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

La Femme au trapèze, 1875. Creator: Félicien Rops
La Femme au trapeze, 1875

Acrobats, c1850. Creator: Unknown
Acrobats, c1850

Karnati Ragini, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1730 and c1740. Creator: Unknown
Karnati Ragini, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), between c1730 and c1740

Sindhu Ragaputra, Son of Shri Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), c1775. Creator: Unknown
Sindhu Ragaputra, Son of Shri Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), c1775

Horse with Monkey on Back, n.d. Creator: Auguste-Andre Lancon
Horse with Monkey on Back, n.d

Chinese Military Standard-bearer - from a drawing by a Chinese artist, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Chinese Military Standard-bearer - from a drawing by a Chinese artist, 1857. From a pole borne at his back hangs the standard; the ground bearing the characters is crimson'

The Patricides, Each According to Their Own Nature, 1869. Creator: David Joseph Bles
The Patricides, Each According to Their Own Nature, 1869. Alternative title: As the Old Sing, Twitter the Young

Charles XII of Sweden (1682–1718), 1684. Creator: Anna Maria Ehrenstrahl
Charles XII of Sweden (1682-1718), 1684

Seated girl in leotard with military props, 1870-1923. Creator: Willem Witsen
Seated girl in leotard with military props, 1870-1923

Two Boys on a Drum, between c.1700 and c.1800. Creator: Unknown
Two Boys on a Drum, between c.1700 and c.1800

The Age of Iron, published 1589. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
The Age of Iron, published 1589. From Metamorphoses by Ovid, book 1, plate 6

Seated Drummer, 200 B.C.-A.D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Seated Drummer, 200 B.C.-A.D. 500

Foreign Drum Master, Late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Tanaka Minko
Foreign Drum Master, Late 18th-early 19th century

The Lady Drummer, c.1890-c.1910. Creator: Isaac Lazerus Israels
The Lady Drummer, c.1890-c.1910

Banquet at the Crossbowmen's Guild in Celebration of the Treaty of Münster, 1648
Banquet at the Crossbowmen's Guild in Celebration of the Treaty of Munster, 1648. Other Title(s): The Celebration of the Peace of Munster, 18 June 1648

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"The Drum: A Symbol of Power, Unity, and Artistic Expression" The drum has long been a powerful symbol throughout history, representing not only the beat that drives armies into battle but also the rhythm that unites musicians in harmony. From its role in military regiments to its presence on ancient battlefields, the drum holds a significant place in our collective memory. In 1777 during the Revolutionary War, The Royal Logistic Corps showcased their strength and determination at the Battle of Brandywine. Howard Pyle's oil painting captures this historic moment with vivid detail, highlighting the resounding beats of drums echoing through the battlefield. Fast forward to c1968 when Elvin Jones mesmerized audiences with his unparalleled drumming skills. Brian Foskett's photograph immortalizes this jazz legend as he effortlessly creates rhythmic magic on stage. Speaking of battles, Howard Pyle's oil painting depicting the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1898 showcases how drums played an essential role in rallying troops and instilling courage amidst chaos. Across borders and cultures, such as Scotland's Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders or Sri Lanka's Geta Beraya players, drums have transcended time and geography to become symbols of national pride and cultural heritage. Drum Castle stands tall as a testament to history; it has witnessed countless battles while serving as a stronghold for generations past. Its walls reverberate with stories told through pounding rhythms on regimental drums like those used by the 1st Battalion Cheshire Regiment during World War I. But beyond war and conflict lies another facet of drumming – music. Various musical instruments come together harmoniously to create melodies that touch our souls. Whether it be Jack DeJohnette captivating audiences at Queen Elizabeth Hall or Elvin Jones enchanting listeners at Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles – these moments remind us why we are drawn to music’s universal language.