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Figurative harp (domu)

1900s

Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Mangbetu style, unknown maker

Medium
Wood, rawhide, and string
Measurements
Overall: 63.6 cm (25 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Charles G. King Jr. collection; Gift of Ralph King in memory of Charles G. King Jr. 1918.356
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Musical instruments like this domu (figurative harp) were among the many decorated utilitarian Mangbetu rulers collected.

Figurative harp (domu)

1900s

Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Mangbetu style, unknown maker

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