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This musical bow is formed from a narrow strip of wood. Between the two ends is stretched the strings which are made of vegetable fiber. A section of the shell of a gourd is fastened near the end of the bow along with several small pieces that rattle against it. The instrument rests against the chest of the performer while the instrument is played by being plucked with the finger.
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Title: Gubo
Date: late 19th century
Geography: Southeast Coast
Culture: African (southeast)
Medium: Wood, vegetable fiber, gourd
Dimensions: L. 2 ft. 10-1/2 in. (L. C. says 10-1/4 in.)
Classification: Chordophone-Musical Bow
Credit Line: The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889
Object Number: 89.4.2056
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