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Charles van Raalte
Greek lyra 1
- Period:
- 19th Century
- Description:
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The Greek lyra (also known as a Cretan lyra) is a pear-shaped 3 stringed musical instrument that is played with a bow. Unlike a violin, it is played sitting vertically on the knee, rather than under the chin.
The body of this lyra is overlaid with bone in simple running patterns and features two D-shaped soundholes.
- Dimensions:
- Length: 413mm
- Source:
- Dean Castle
- Digital Number:
- RI_DC_0000505
- Copyright:
- East Ayrshire Council
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