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Gambus

20th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Gambus
  • Date: 20th century
  • Geography: Kuching, Sarawak
  • Culture: Malaysian
  • Medium: Hardwood, metal, skin
  • Dimensions: 81.5cm x 13cm x 10.5cm
  • Classification: Chordophone-Bowed
  • Credit Line: Gift of Dr. Zoltan Ovary, 1983
  • Object Number: 1983.533.2
  • Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments
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