Muyu (temple block)
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InstrumentTemple block/Drums/Percussion/Musical Instrument ; Temple block |
Instrument FamilyPercussion |
Place MadeAsia ; China |
Date MadeCirca 1930 |
DescriptionWoodblock (camphor wood) with hollowed interior and slit in front; painted black and gold; Inscription added ("G-G#"). |
Other InformationSpecific usage history: No evidence that this instrument has ever been played. |
NotesR. Parks, Aug-Sep 1998; A. Myers; C. Overton, 01.08.98. |
Measurementswidth at mouth 229. |
ProvenancePurchased, 1982. |
CollectionMIMEd ; Blades Collection |
Accession Number1650 |