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Krar

A late twentieth century musical instrument from Ethiopia. The instrument is a six stringed lyre, called a krar, in the form of a lyre with a wooden body, a hide bowl-shaped resonator, wooden arms and rests.

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  • Period:20th century
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  • Repository:McLean Museum and Art Gallery
  • Measurements:H-51 W-40 D-8.5 cm