Thumb Piano (Mbira or Sanza)

Tabwa people, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, African

20th century

  • Titles Thumb Piano (Mbira or Sanza) (Descriptive)
  • Medium wood, metal
  • Dimensions 10 x 4 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. (25.4 x 12.1 x 3.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. William Bertrand, 1990.48
  • Work Type thumb piano
  • Classification Furnishings and Equipment

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