Fula Guitar

This resembles what is commonly known as a Fula guitar, identified by its rectangular wooden body with skin stretched over the top and nailed in place. It is, however, incomplete and missing its wooden neck, strings and bridge.

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Further Information

• Type: Musical instruments
• Object: Fula Guitar
• Materials: Leather, animal skin, Textile, Wood
• Culture Group: Mandingo
• Dimensions: 340mm [L] x 100mm [W] x 850mm [C]
• Production Date: Pre 1875
• Associated Places: The Gambia
• Associated People: Augustus Wollaston Franks; J. E. Oakes
• Museum: British Museum
• Accession Number: BM:Af.9587

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