Not currently on display at the V&A

Musical Instrument

Mi-Gyaung (Crocodile Zither)
before 1875 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

In the form of a crocodile wiuth carved head, feet and conventional ornament. The designs on the head, tail and feet decorated with black red and gilt. The tail end is pierced with three tuning screws.


Object details

Object type
Parts
This object consists of 4 parts.

  • Stringed Instrument
  • Peg
  • Peg
  • Peg
TitleMusical Instrument
Materials and techniques
carved and painted wood
Brief description
Burmese carved polished wood 3 string (now missing) mi-gyaung (crocodile zither) or Mon Harp with three tuning screws. Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885). Partly decorated in red, black and gilt thitsi lacquer. ca. before 1875
Physical description
In the form of a crocodile wiuth carved head, feet and conventional ornament. The designs on the head, tail and feet decorated with black red and gilt. The tail end is pierced with three tuning screws.
Dimensions
  • Length: 19in
Style
Credit line
Purchase (Engel Collection)
Object history
Bought Engel Collection 10s.
Collection
Accession number
259:1-1882

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Record createdMay 29, 2001
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