Tympanum of a Heger I Kettledrum

The image shows a circular object, a tympanum of a Heger I kettledrum, with a starburst design at its center. The object is made of metal and has a dark color with visible signs of wear and tear. It features a raised starburst pattern in the middle, surrounded by concentric circles with various patterns. There are four protrusions around the edge of the object, likely for hanging or mounting. The object has a rough texture and appears to be old. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a museum or gallery setting. The object casts a shadow on the surface behind it.