Music
Ethiopian Masenqo Harp Body
This traditional Ethiopian harp body of a masenqo features a leather skin stretched over a wooden frame and would typically be strung with a single string. Used as an instrument for accompaniment for azmaris or “singers”, the masenqo requires considerable virtuosity, as azmaris play the instrument while singing. A gorgeous cultural piece, this harp body is best suited for display purposes only.
Many other African art pieces are available, sold separately.
This harp body is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Ethiopian Krar Harp
This traditional Ethiopian krar harp features six strings over a wood frame and leather skin. Associated with carnal love, the krar was viewed as an instrument of the Devil, and therefore inferior to the begena, which was seen as a sacred instrument that praised God. A gorgeous cultural piece, this harp is best suited for display purposes only.
Many other African art pieces are available, sold separately.
This harp is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Ethiopian Krar Harp
This traditional Ethiopian krar harp features six strings over a wood frame and leather skin. Associated with carnal love, the krar was viewed as an instrument of the Devil, and therefore inferior to the begena, which was seen as a sacred instrument that praised God. A gorgeous cultural piece, this harp is best suited for display purposes only.
Many other African art pieces are available, sold separately.
This harp is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Ethiopian Begena Harp
This traditional Ethiopian begena harp features ten strings over a wood frame and leather skin with decorative lion carvings perched at the top of the lyre. Primarily used as an instrument for meditation and prayer, the begena was seen as a sacred instrument that praised God, in contrast to the similar Krar, which was viewed as an instrument of the Devil, and therefore inferior. A gorgeous cultural piece, this harp is best suited for display purposes only.
Many other African art pieces are available, sold separately.
This harp is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
African Musical Rattle
This small, handheld musical instrument creates a rattle sound with two metal pieces loosely strung on a thin metal wire that clanks against the pierced brass frame. A smooth, simple wooden handle fits into the brass collar.
Many other African art pieces are available, sold separately.
This rattle is amongst hundreds of decor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique Piano Stool with Glass Ball and Claw Feet
This piano stool of antique age details a beautifully patinated finish and detailed turned elements to make for a lovely addition to the home. Standing on four turned legs with banded details, this piano stool features a contoured seat and swivels for easy height adjustment. Metal claw feet hold antiquated glass balls for an intriguing decorative flourish.
This piano stool is amongst hundreds of pieces of furniture that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage Tack Head Conga Drum
This vintage conga drum is crafted with the original tack heads for a charming piece of bygone musical décor. Intended for display usage only, this conga features minimal embellishment, with the bottom head in need of repair.
This conga drum is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique THOMAS EDISON Phonograph with Horn and Cylinders
Wonderful antique Thomas Edison phonograph has a wooden case with locking lid, featuring a light finish and excellent woodworking details. A black metal pole slides into the mount to suspend the phonograph horn, attaching to the needle that latches down around the musical cylinders. The side crank winds the mechanism that is activated with the flick of a side switch. The cylinder turns against the needle, funneling the sound through the angled horn. Includes additional cylinders. Last copyright date on the metal name plate is 1906.
This phonograph is amongst hundreds of antiques that are available at our showroom in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage RAY JONES WOODCRAFTS Custom Jewelry Music Box
A custom handcrafted wooden jewelry box with music trinket attached, from Ray Jones Woodcrafts, circa 1986. The music box was crafted by Reuge, in Sainte Croix, Switzerland.
This jewelry box is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our showroom in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.