Jinghu (京胡)

Shinsai, "Katsu" Tajima

19th century · Bamboo, snakeskin, parchment, silk, horsehair · Musical Instruments

Synonymous with the Chinese term huqin until the 19th century, this instrument, used to accompany male roles, is the main melodic instrument of the opera.

Artist

Shinsai, "Katsu" Tajima

Date

19th century

Medium

Bamboo, snakeskin, parchment, silk, horsehair

Culture

Japanese/Chinese

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889