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Harp-Lute

Harp-Lute, a kind of guitar with seven strings over a fretted neck, with four bass strings attached to a column beside the neck. Of wood painted black with gold decoration, and with silk carrying strap.

  • Date:
    early 19th century
  • Maker:
    Light, Edward [Person]
  • Collection:
    Bate Collection, Oxford
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  • Place of production:
    UK, England, London
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  • Materials:Wood;Plant;Metal;Paint
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  • Inscriptions:547. Light. Foley Place London
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  • Repository:Bate Collection, Oxford
  • Measurements:Max L = 837 mm Max W = 355 mm