Description:
Stringed instrument with six strings, two along each side of the center block and two strung through it over a bridge. The center block is covered by an ebony board and has on one side sets of black and white keys. The top of the block terminates in a scroll with a figure of head at the top. Set with six tuning pegs. Two scrolling holes at the base. Crank at the base.

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