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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Lamellophone (kankobela)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Lamellophone (kankobela)

Artist Luvale Artist
Date1970
Made/manufacturedZambia, Africa
PurchasedZambia, Africa
MediumWood, steel, fiber
DimensionsOverall: 6 3/4 x 3 1/2 x 1 5/8 in. (17.15 x 8.89 x 4.13 cm)
ClassificationsMusical instruments
Credit LineGift of Dr. Anita Spring
Object number2023.31.7
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DescriptionRectangular incised wood box with two rows of metal tines affixed over rectangular opening.


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