Instruments in ancient Egypt were always highly decorated with this harp being again no exception.
Evidence shows that sound made on this harp was produced by plucking two strings at a time to get a louder and richer sound.
The underside and lower part of the harps neck is covered with a floral pattern.
Instruments like this were normally played by male solo artists.
Findings are that this harp was played between 1550 and 1069 BC.
Harps normally head between 9 and 11 strings however this harp is special and only has 5 strings.
This shows us that Ancient Egyptians played and liked music like we do today.
Evidence shows that sound made on this harp was produced by plucking two strings at a time to get a louder and richer sound.
The underside and lower part of the harps neck is covered with a floral pattern.
Instruments like this were normally played by male solo artists.
Findings are that this harp was played between 1550 and 1069 BC.
Harps normally head between 9 and 11 strings however this harp is special and only has 5 strings.
This shows us that Ancient Egyptians played and liked music like we do today.