Miniature metal (cloisonne?) musical instruments

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  1. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    These were in a small bag at an estate sale. Didn't even know what keywords to use to decide whether to donate or list. 2-3 inches long. Thanks for taking a look.

    ins2.jpg ins3.jpg Has anyone seen similar? Thanks.
     
    Lucille.b, Apr 12, 2017
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  2. Hollyblue

    Hollyblue Well-Known Member

    Miniature Chinese Erhu/violin
     
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  3. jakatch

    jakatch Active Member

    I believe this is some sort of pipe.
     
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  4. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    Thank you both. I do think Holly is correct, it is an Ehru, definitely some kind of instrument because of the bow and the Ehru is in this exact shape.

    Just googled. Can't find any miniatures like this, would I call this "cloisonne"?
     
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  5. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    Yes you would, and I think they are gorgeous.
    One is missing a key and some frets, but they both still have their bows, which would usually disappear first.
     
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  6. evelyb30

    evelyb30 Well-Known Member

    Bingo. I'd list them first and if you can't get a bite you can always donate them later.
     
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  7. GaleriaGila

    GaleriaGila Hola, y'all!

    Can you get music out of it?
     
    GaleriaGila, Apr 12, 2017
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  8. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    Too funny, Gila. :woot: I don't think the ones I have actually play, but I'll have to check.

    Yes, I supposed list and see what happens. Why not!

    Thanks, everyone! :):)
     
    Lucille.b, Apr 12, 2017
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