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Harp, single string, rare.
Harp, single string, rare.
Object Number 991-17-30/11710
Display Title Harp, single string, rare.
Descriptions
Object Description Harp, single string, rare.
Inventory Description Harp, bent reed with single string, string-wrapped handle with metal fastener.
Classification
  • String
  • Raw Material
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Shuar
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Ecuador
Additional Geographic Terms Southeast
Materials Reed, String, Metal, Bamboo, Intestine
Dimensions Overall: 76.5 x 8 x 1.9 cm (30 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 3/4 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 991-17-30/11710
Provenance
Collector A. Harvey Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/91)
Collector Phyllis K. Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/1991)
Donor A. Harvey Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/91)
Donor Phyllis K. Schreter (March 1985-April 1985 - 12/20/1991)

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