Trough Zither

Unknown

late 19th century · Wood, hemp, string · Musical Instruments

This trough zither would have sat on a small gourd to give it increased resonance.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 19th century

Medium

Wood, hemp, string

Culture

Malawian (possibly Tonga)

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889