E1548: Hmong Two String Violin

Ethnographic

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Identifier:

E1548

Classification Category:

6:Tools & Equipment for Communication ➞ Musical T&E

Materials:

botanical ➔ wood
synthetic ➔ plastic
binding agents ➔ adhesive ➔ synthetic glue
synthetic ➔ unidentified

Dimensions:

96.4 cm L
15.5 cm W
18.7 cm H
Thickness: 75 cm

Provenance of Object:

This two string violin was bought at the Hmong Market in St. Paul, Minnesota. It was produced in America cerca 2019.

Ethnic Group:

Asian ➞ Hmong

Production Date:

Produced cerca 2019. Purchased in June or July of 2019.

Use/Function:

This instrument is used to create music in multiple different celebrations, such as the Hmong New Year festival. It usually accompanies singing.

Source Locality:

Hmong Market, St. Paul

Acquisition Date:

June – July 2019

Description:

A two string violin instrument with an attached bow.

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