Dutār

Unknown

ca. 1860 · mulberry, bone, brass, silver, carnelian, turquoise · Musical Instruments

The dutār of Iran and Central Asia usually has two strings. This example is elaborately decorated with silver and brass appliqués that decorate the bowlback body and neck. Originally, the instrument was strung with silk, but today most dutārs have nylon strings.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1860

Medium

mulberry, bone, brass, silver, carnelian, turquoise

Culture

Afghan (Turkmen)

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

Purchase, James D. Krugman Gift, 2014