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Dragon head lute from Nepal, Buddhist Inscribed design

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Dragon head lute from Nepal, Buddhist Inscribed design

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Description

The Tuguna is a wooden,long-necked lute often found with a horse or dragon head terminal. It is unfretted and usually has six strings tuned in double courses, and is a traditional style for Bhutan and Nepal. Measures 29 1/2 inches.

Condition

Well worn, needs restoration to be playable.

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Dragon head lute from Nepal, Buddhist Inscribed design

Name: Dragon head lute from Nepal, Buddhist Inscribed design
SKU: 37219620
Price: 255 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $300

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Starting Price $50

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