Harp | Unknown | African Art | wood, reptile skin, glass beads, string | 19th-20th century | Overall: 18 × 15 × 4 ¾ in. (45.72 × 38.1 × 12.07 cm)
This elegant instrument was used by Mangbetu bards to accompany songs and recitation of epic poetry at the royal court. The woman’s elongated head reflects the Mangbetu practice of binding a child’s head to achieve a more beautiful form.
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