Musical InstrumentsChordophone-Lute-plucked-frettedlate 19th Century
Tar is a chordophone-lute-plucked-fretted of Azerbaijani origin created in late 19th Century using wood, skin, metal, mother-of-pearl measuring Greatest D. 14.5 x L. 85.5cm (5 11/16 x 33 11/16in.) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | wood, skin, metal, mother-of-pearl |
| Dimensions | Greatest D. 14.5 x L. 85.5cm (5 11/16 x 33 11/16in.) |
| Classification | Chordophone-Lute-plucked-fretted |
| 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 Azerbaijani culture. The estimated date range is 1880 – 1889.
Geography
Origin: Caucasus, Azerbaijan, Armenia or Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tar?
Tar is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tar created?
Tar dates to late 19th Century.
What material is Tar made from?
Tar is crafted from wood, skin, metal, mother-of-pearl.
Where does Tar originate?
Tar originates from Azerbaijan, Armenia or Georgia (Azerbaijani culture).
Is Tar in the public domain?
Tar 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