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Rebec

Bass rebec, with rounded back, shape tapering to form the fingerboard, with four strings, C-shaped soundholes and sickle-shaped scroll. Bridge has fallen down. Made of wood with back of fibreglass. With wood and horsehair bow.

  • Date:
    20th century
  • Maker:
    Northern Renaissance Instruments
  • Collection:
    Bate Collection, Oxford
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  • Place of production:
    UK, England, Manchester
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  • Materials:Wood;Plant;Hair;Animal;Fibreglass
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  • Repository:Bate Collection, Oxford
  • Measurements:Max L = 725 mm Max W = 210 mm Max L [bow] = 598 mm