Five String Harp with Human Head (Kundi)

Zande; or Mangbetu

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Caption

Zande; or Mangbetu. Five String Harp with Human Head (Kundi), late 19th century. Wood, hide, 7 3/4 x 33 1/4 in. (19.7 x 84.5 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Expedition 1922, Robert B. Woodward Memorial Fund, 22.860a-b. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Arts of Africa

Title

Five String Harp with Human Head (Kundi)

Date

late 19th century

Medium

Wood, hide

Classification

Musical Instrument

Dimensions

7 3/4 x 33 1/4 in. (19.7 x 84.5 cm)

Credit Line

Museum Expedition 1922, Robert B. Woodward Memorial Fund

Accession Number

22.860a-b

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