Kora (bridge-harp or harp-lute)
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Alternative TitleKora. |
InstrumentKora |
Instrument FamilyStrings |
Place MadeAfrica ; Gambia ; West Africa |
Date MadeCirca 1970 |
DescriptionTechnical description: Resonator made from hemisphere of gourd; sound-table of buckskin tacked with iron nails around the gourd; of kora type but only 2 sets of 4 strings in all mounted on the bridge; skin untrimmed. Instrument is miniature size and is most likely made for the tourist market |
Other InformationGeneral usage of type: Probably a toy for tourists. |
NotesP.R. Cooke, 1995. |
Measurements593 |
ProvenanceGift of W.H. Stevenson. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number1514 |