Five String Harp with Human Head (Kundi)

Mangbetu

Caption

Mangbetu. Five String Harp with Human Head (Kundi), early 20th century. Wood, hide, 20 3/8 x 4 5/8 in. (51.8 x 11.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Expedition 1931, Robert B. Woodward Memorial Fund, 31.1811a-f.

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Arts of Africa

Culture

Mangbetu

Title

Five String Harp with Human Head (Kundi)

Date

early 20th century

Medium

Wood, hide

Classification

(not assigned)

Dimensions

20 3/8 x 4 5/8 in. (51.8 x 11.7 cm)

Credit Line

Museum Expedition 1931, Robert B. Woodward Memorial Fund

Accession Number

31.1811a-f

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