Musical InstrumentsIdiophone-Plucked / Depressedlate 19th century
Giriding is a idiophone-plucked / depressed of Malaysian (poss. Sarawak) origin created in late 19th century using bamboo measuring Frame: W. 7/8-9/16 × L. 10 1/4 × Thickness 3/16 in… — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bamboo |
| Dimensions | Frame: W. 7/8-9/16 × L. 10 1/4 × Thickness 3/16 in. (2.2-1.35 × 26 × 0.6 cm) Tongue: W. 1 3/4-1/16 x L. 3 11/16 in. (4.5-.1 x 9.4 cm) |
| Classification | Idiophone-Plucked / Depressed |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | late 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Malaysian (poss. Sarawak) culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1900.
Geography
Origin: Borneo, Possibly Sarawak.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Giriding?
Giriding is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Giriding created?
Giriding dates to late 19th century.
What material is Giriding made from?
Giriding is crafted from bamboo.
Where does Giriding originate?
Giriding originates from Possibly Sarawak (Malaysian (poss. Sarawak) culture).
Is Giriding in the public domain?
Giriding is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026