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Thumb Harp
Thumb Harp
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Thumb Harp

Maker West African Artist
Date1901-1980
Place of originAfrica
MediumBamboo, wood, cord
Dimensions2 x 4 3/4 x 9 in. (5.1 x 12.1 x 22.9 cm)
ClassificationsMusical instruments
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Roy C. Craven, Jr.
Object numberS-80-05
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