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African One String Instrument
Item Details
A vintage one string instrument, thought to be an African form of sokou (horse’s tail) or goje, both one string violins with small bows. With a carved long neck and ornate horned animal figure head, this string instrument includes one tuning peg to tighten the string and a v-shaped bridge. The decorative floral carved back appears to be nailed and covered with a goat skin.
Condition
One horn is broken, opening by neck has been repaired. No bow.
Dimensions
9.0" W x 36.0" H x 4.5" D
Item #
15CIN166-496
