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autoharp

Zither (autoharp or chorded zither) with flat wood box, with a series of chord bars with dampers fitted over the sound hole, the labels and buttons of celluloid (?), metal strings. Maker's label at top. Three metal stud feet on underside.

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    British Museum
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  • Repository:British Museum