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Ghayta;Oboe

Ghayta, type of oboe played in Northern Africa, made of wood in one piece, with reed and plastic disc attached at the top.

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  • Materials:Wood;Plant;Plastic;Synthetic
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  • Inscriptions:ACB [sticker inside bell]
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  • Repository:Bate Collection, Oxford
  • Measurements:Max L = 410 mm Max Diam [bell] = 75 mm