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Small metal finger cymbals (Kymbala)
Greek
Archaic or Classical period
5th century B.C.
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Richard R. Wagner
Accession Number65.1346
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome, Musical Instruments
ClassificationsMusical instruments – Idiophones
Catalogue Raisonné
Greek, Etruscan, & Roman Bronzes (MFA), no. 621; Sculpture in Stone and Bronze (MFA), p. 127 (additional published references).
DescriptionOne of a pair of cymbals (kymbala), the other is MFA 65.1347
There are two holes in the center for attachment to the handle. Crusty green patina.
There are two holes in the center for attachment to the handle. Crusty green patina.
ProvenanceBy 1965: Richard R. Wagner Collection (acquired in Istanbul); gift of Richard R. Wagner to MFA, November 10, 1965