dove harp

	The Dove harp is a small harp with a hardwood construction available in a range of woods, Illustrated are elm and mahogany, with a tapering soundbox.This Harp is available in 15 or 17 strings, standing 60 cm tall, it makes a small and very portable instrument with a supprising volume. The harp produces a bright sound, and is easy to play.  Available in a range of woods and with nylon or wire strings. The design is based upon images from carvings in Scotland and Ireland datiing to the 8th and 9th centuries and later showing a basic Triangular section harp with a curved pillar. the Dove harp is available with either a solid pillar or a lamminated pillare which while not as authentic as the solid pillar does maker the harp lighter weight Prices start from £150, Not suitable for levers                                    Bronze book-shrine, Breac Mhaodhóg  Ireland c.1050-1100

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