A gold-plated ornament featuring a snake motif and engraved with the character '福' (Fuku - good fortune). Drum with Display Stand The drum face is inscribed with '寿' (Kotobuki - longevity/celebration), making it an auspicious item. How about using it as a New Year's ornament? ▪️Drum ・Diameter: Approximately 20cm ・Length: Approximately 20cm ▪️Display Stand ・Height: Approximately 21cm ・Width: Approximately 29cm - Material: Gold-plated metal - Design: Engraved with '福' (Fuku) and snake motif - Base: Black plastic stand - Size: Approximately 30 cm in diameter 【Introduction to the Auspicious (Golden Drum)】 The drum is a type of percussion instrument used in gagaku (Japanese court music), Noh, and other forms of performance. It was introduced from China around the time of Empress Suiko. From the late Heian period, it was played in various schools, and instead of being struck, it was played by hand. The small drum, in particular, is played by placing it on the right shoulder, which refines the tone. Among the many percussion instruments, this instrument, with its refined sound, has been combined with "Noh," a traditional performing art that Japan boasts to the world, and is passed down to the present day. It is also used in entertainment such as the Mikawa Man'yō, which delights the general public, and is passed down to us today. This auspicious drum is a golden drum carved by a Japanese sculptor with a wish for family safety and good fortune. It brings good luck for long-lasting family prosperity and good health, and allows you to enjoy life. It is perfect for commemorative items for the New Year, festivals, weddings, and other occasions. We highly recommend it. Shoan Thank you for viewing. It has been carefully stored in my home warehouse. I am selling it to declutter due to moving. Please understand that this item has been in someone's possession before purchase. Please be sure to check the photos and consider your purchase. In addition, if there are any extras or accessories, everything shown in the photos is included, and nothing else is. This is a used item and is being sold as-is, so please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to the condition. No claims and no returns. 【Note】It is for decoration and cannot produce sound. #Shoan