Zither

A684

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Native Name Han-Koto
Object Number A684
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Japanese
Provenience Japan
Date Made 18th Century - 19th Century
Section Asian
Materials Wood | Ivory
Description

Han-Koto, half zither used by courtiers on excursions. Dark brown wood, 2 bridges at both ends, one has tiny ivory ridge, 13 string eyelets of ivory, other plain wood. 2 sound holes in back, feet and back brackets on corners. Simple wood design under strings.

Height 5.5 cm
Length 88.5 cm
Width 20 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number C-105 - Seder Number

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