Musical InstrumentsChordophone-Lute-plucked-unfretted1916By Manol (Emmanuel Venios) (Greek, active Turkey)
Ūd is a chordophone-lute-plucked-unfretted Istanbul of Turkish origin created in 1916 using spruce, mulberry, various woods, mother-of-pearl, mastic measuring 31 1/2 × 14 5/16 × 7 7/16 in. (80 × 36.4 × 18.9 cm) attributed to Manol (Emmanuel Venios) (Greek, active Turkey) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Spruce, mulberry, various woods, mother-of-pearl, mastic |
| Dimensions | 31 1/2 × 14 5/16 × 7 7/16 in. (80 × 36.4 × 18.9 cm) |
| Classification | Chordophone-Lute-plucked-unfretted |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Amati Gifts, 2014 |
| Date | 1916 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1916.
Geography
Origin: Istanbul, Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ūd?
Ūd is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ūd created?
Ūd dates to 1916.
What material is Ūd made from?
Ūd is crafted from spruce, mulberry, various woods, mother-of-pearl, mastic.
Where does Ūd originate?
Ūd originates from Turkey (Turkish culture).
Is Ūd in the public domain?
Ūd is in the public domain and can be freely used.