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Ukulele

Nicòla Turturro American, born Italy
ca. 1928
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Ukulele
  • Maker: Nicòla Turturro (American, Bitonto, Italy 1872–1953 New York)
  • Date: ca. 1928
  • Geography: New York, New York, United States
  • Culture: America
  • Medium: Mahogany, rosewood
  • Dimensions: Height: 20 9/16 in. (52.2 cm)
    Length (Of string): 13 9/16 in. (34.5 cm)
  • Classification: Chordophone-Lute-plucked-fretted
  • Credit Line: Gift of Christopher T. Davis, 1995
  • Object Number: 1995.552
  • Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments
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