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With every gentle roll or tilt, the beads inside create a soothing cascade that evokes ocean spray, making this drum equally at home in meditation sessions, sound-bath rituals or simply as a strikingally unique piece of décor.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThis drum is crafted by Nepali artisans using traditional techniques: a wooden frame is shaped and fitted with a taut membrane, then the surface is hand-painted with a serene Buddha image. Here, he is shown with his right hand in the Bhumisparsha Mudra (the 'earth-touching gesture') which holds deep symbolic meaning in Buddhism. It is the Mudra that Siddhartha Gautam held when he obtained enlightenment and became the Buddha. It represents him calling to earth to witness his triumph over temptation. His left hand holds an alms bowl and is in the Bhaisajya Mudra or the Dhyana Mudra. This symbolises healing, meditation, and renunciation, with the bowl representing the Buddhist monastic practice of collecting alms for sustenance. \u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Nepal and supplied by a member of Fair Trade Group Nepal, this drum contributes to local craft economies and helps maintain cultural heritage. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Siesta Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53552624042311,"sku":"NPSX468","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/9912\/9927\/files\/NPSX468.jpg?v=1773935658"},{"product_id":"large-madal-drum-nepal","title":"Large Madal Drum - Nepalese Folk Drum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Large Madal Drum is a traditional hand-played percussion instrument central to Nepalese folk music. Crafted from solid wood with two natural drum heads, it produces rich, resonant tones that bring depth and energy to any rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWidely used in festivals, dances, and cultural celebrations across Nepal, the madal is played horizontally with both hands. This larger version offers greater volume and tonal range, making it ideal for performers, music teachers, or serious collectors of world instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Nepal by skilled artisans, each madal reflects a heritage of music, craftsmanship, and cultural expression. 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Its wooden shell holds a skin at each end under metal-ring tensioning, and it's played with two sticks: the slim 'tihli' for the bright high end and the curved 'dagga' for a deep, driving bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-made in India and sourced on a Fair Trade basis, supporting fair wages for the makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: 45cm High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: India\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Siesta Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53552660676935,"sku":"ID6","price":168.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/9912\/9927\/files\/212_627_4082.jpg?v=1773935912"},{"product_id":"damru-shiva-hand-drum","title":"Damru - Shiva Hand Drum","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small mango-wood hand drum from India, traditionally shaken by street vendors to draw a crowd — held in the middle and rocked so the knotted strikers whip round and tap each skin. 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