Chinese Folk Violin – Pipa (Each Priced At)
$545.00
This early version of the traditional Chinese Pipa has only two strings (that are missing) and three frets on a narrow neck that has been carved in the shape of a dragon’s head. The pear shaped bodies are decorated on the front with carvings of a flute player and dragons, the backs have large carved seals in Chinese script. Mounted on contemporary metal stands.
10.5″-11″ wide, 23.5″-26″ tall (incl. stands), carved wood, China, early 20th century
15PEKLMT1+2
