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A single stringed musical instrument, identified through market consensus as an Antique American Zither or Lap Harp manufactured by The Bell Harp Co. The instrument features a varnished wooden body with pronounced vertical graining and an undulating top profile. It is strung with 35 metal strings secured by tuning pins (21 along the top edge and 14 along the diagonal edge). A central circular sound hole is present. Affixed near the base is an instructional paper strip detailing musical notation, letters (C, D, G), and numbers. This strip also contains Cyrillic text, partially translating to “To Health and Joy.” The reverse side of the instrument is painted black.
Height: 58 cm (23 inches)
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