Lot 186126: Alexandria Arabic Tambourine Also Known As A Riq/Req
Estate Auction: Multiple-Estate Liquidation Roseville, CA (189) · Sold
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Archived Lot Result
- Auction
- Estate Auction: Multiple-Estate Liquidation Roseville, CA (189)
- Lot Number
- 186126
- Status
- Sold
- Hammer / Price
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 18
- Closed
- 2/22/26 7:48 PM PT
Description
A brand of Arabic tambourine, also known as a riq or req, which is a professional-grade Arabic tambourine. It features a distinctive lighthouse logo on the drumhead, representing the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, alongside the brand name "ALEXANDRIA". It hasa wooden frame, brass jingles, and a drumhead made of clear plastic or animal skin. In Egypt and the Middle East, the riq is a staple percussion instrument used in everything from classical ensembles to festive wedding processions called Zaffa. 10" Dia x 2" H Please note: back cover is loose.