Russian Chordophone (Lute): "Balalaika"
Collection: Spiritual Connections
Object Category: Music and Noisemakers
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Country: Russia
Continent: Europe
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The Balalaika is a lute-like folk instrument of northern and central Russia, a descendant of the 16th century dombra. The Balalaika has a triangular body and a long neck with frets. It has a flat back and a thin, slightly arched soundboard.
Source:
https://omeka-s.grinnell.edu/s/MusicalInstruments/item/651