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Bansuri

Single, open, side-blown flute with finger-holes (6 + 0) and lateral blow-hole. Made from bamboo. Distal end protected from splitting by metal collar. Proximal end has metal cap. Made by Hariprasad Chaudri, chief disciple of Pannanal Ghosh.

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  • Materials:Wood; Cane; Bamboo; Metal
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  • Repository:Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Cambridge
  • Measurements:L: 333mm; W: 19mm; H: 19mm