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Violin based on European models. Carved from a block of wood with a rough surface that is unvarnishd. The instrument has three strings. One peg, string, and bridge is missing. The strings are made of twine. Accompanied by a bow with fiber strings.
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Title: Violin
Date: late 19th century
Culture: African
Medium: Wood
Dimensions:
L. 71.1 cm (28 in.)
W. 21.6 cm (8-1/2 in.)
D. 5.1 cm (2 in.)
Bow: 20 inches in length
Classification: Chordophone-Lute-bowed-unfretted
Credit Line: The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889
Object Number: 89.4.524
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