Zhaleika [Bark double-reed instrument]
Date Made1995 |
DescriptionReeded instrument with plastic mouthpiece. Body appears to be made of rolled wood bark with thin strips of bark forming a cross pattern down the body. 6 finger holes of varying sizes and one thumb hole. Bell also made of rolled bark with pinked edges. Decorative features: Bell is made of a tiered, ridged material Overall length: 387mm Russian Folk instrument |
SignaturePossible makers mark and date, 1995 on bell |
CollectionMIMEd ; Cannon Collection |
Accession Number6312 |