thumb piano - Chokwe - DR Congo

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Daumenklavier Kalimba in wood from DR Kongo with Chokwe origin, dating to the mid-20th century, from a private collection, measuring 21 × 13 × 6 cm and weighing 370 g, needs restoration.

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Old Kalimba, thumb piano (Sanza) Kongo.

Private collection, France
Private collection, Austria

Old Kalimba, thumb piano (Sanza) Kongo.

Private collection, France
Private collection, Austria

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Needs restoration
Title of artwork
thumb piano
Height
21 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
6 cm
Weight
370 g
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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