Musical InstrumentsChordophone-Zither-plucked19th centuryQānūn is a chordophone-zither-plucked of Turkish origin created in 19th century using wood; parchment; gut strings; mother-of-pearl, ivory, bone, ebony inlay… measuring 3 11/16 × 38 1/16 × 15 1/2 in. (9.3 × 96.6 × 39.4 cm) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood; parchment; gut strings; mother-of-pearl, ivory, bone, ebony inlay; shells; gold foil; metal; brass |
| Dimensions | 3 11/16 × 38 1/16 × 15 1/2 in. (9.3 × 96.6 × 39.4 cm) |
| Classification | Chordophone-Zither-plucked |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1801 – 1900.
Geography
Origin: Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Qānūn?
Qānūn is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Qānūn created?
Qānūn dates to 19th century.
What material is Qānūn made from?
Qānūn is crafted from wood; parchment; gut strings; mother-of-pearl, ivory, bone, ebony inlay; shells; gold foil; metal; brass.
Where does Qānūn originate?
Qānūn originates from Turkey (Turkish culture).
Is Qānūn in the public domain?
Qānūn is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.