Crocodile Zither

A938

From: Burma

Curatorial Section: Asian

Native Name Migyaung
Object Number A938
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Mon
Provenience Burma
Section Asian
Materials Wood
Technique Carved
Description

Mi gyaung. Wooden with three nylon strings, three wooden knob pegs in tail part, three metal bridges and one wooden one. Animal is hollow with slit running along underside. Possibly redwood. Low relief carving all over. Excellent condition (restored).

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number C-139 uncertain - Seder Number

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