This handmade djembe drum is an original piece. Its head is 12” and it is 24” in height. The drum head is made from genuine goatskin. The Ashanti carvers that make this style of drum have been carving djembe drums for over 1000 years. Drum making in Ghana is a tradition that is passed on from one generation to the next. In addition to this, the drum is very light to the touch and easy to play. The unique design on the side of the drum adds to its distinctive allure. Nothing beats an original hand made djembe from Africa and we have the honor to introduce this item to you.