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Gounibrie

The gounibrie is a two stringed musical instrument of Moorish origin, with a wooden neck, and a skin covered resonator of tortoise shell. Painted decoration remains on part of handle and resonator.

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  • Repository:University of Aberdeen Museums
  • Measurements:Overall length: 595 mm. Depth of resonator: 104 mm (widest)