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A1081

From: Turkey (Country)

Curatorial Section: Near Eastern

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Native Name Kemangeh
Object Number A1081
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Turkey (Country)
Section Near Eastern
Materials Wood | Skin
Description

Kemangeh. flat, short-necked instrument in peart shape. 2 "D"-shaped holes in belly; shallow, linear and circular designs, 3 round pieces of pearl inlaid in V shape; carved, slat peg box. 3 long dorsal pegs; wood end button extending from body. Fair condition - two pegs broken, wood cracked, strings missing.

Length: 41 cm. Belly width: 15 cm. Depth: 5 cm.

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number C-59 - Seder Number

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