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Rabab

Rabab, string instrument with deep, narrow body of wood, belly of parchment, neck inlaid with geometric patterns in blue plastic and bone, six strings and 15 sympathetic strings, of nylon and metal.

  • Maker:
    Anonymous
  • Collection:
    Bate Collection, Oxford
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  • Place of production:
    Afghanistan, Herat Province
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  • Materials:Wood;Plant;Plastic;Synthetic;Nylon;Parchment;Skin;Animal;Bone
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  • Repository:Bate Collection, Oxford
  • Measurements:Max L = 952 mm Max W = 199 mm Max Depth = 192 mm