Wood, cowry shells, metal

Thumb Piano

Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire)
Pende

Wood, cowry shells, metal
Early 20th century

Idiophone - Plucked - Lamellophone

Early well carved six-keyed Pende figural thumb piano (sanza) showing a nice patina from usage and age.

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Catalog#: AF-IDPL-24-36