Flag of IndiaMusical InstrumentsChordophone-Lute-plucked-frettedlate 19th century

Artwork Details

TitleSitar
MediumGourd, wood, metal, bone
DimensionsW. 35.6 x D. 27.9 x L. 127cm (14 x 11 x 50in.)
ClassificationChordophone-Lute-plucked-fretted
DepartmentMusical Instruments
Datelate 19th century
Credit LinePurchase, Frederick M. Lehman Bequest, 2008
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian
Date Range1890 – 1920

Provenance

CountryIndia

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 505820