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Mbira

Twentieth century African thumb piano or Mbira made with a wooden sound board with seven bamboo keys. The Mbira is played at social events and at religious gatherings.

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  • Period:20th century
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  • Repository:McLean Museum and Art Gallery
  • Measurements:H-11 L-22 cm