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Double Bass Bow

mid-19th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Double Bass Bow
  • Date: mid-19th century
  • Geography: United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Wood, other materials
  • Dimensions: L. of stick 66 cm (25-13/16 in.); L. of hair 54 cm (21-1/2 in.); Weight 120.1 gm
  • Classification: Chordophone-Accessories-bow
  • Credit Line: Funds from various donors, 1983
  • Object Number: 1983.129
  • Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments

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