Hurdy-gurdy
Object type: Hurdy-gurdy
Department: Musical Instruments
Culture: French
Artist: Pajot
Artist bio: French, Jenzat, Allier, active 1795–early 20th century
Artist role: Artist
Artist nationality: French
Date: 19th century
Medium: Wood, various materials
Dimensions: Total L. (without crank): 67.8 cm (26-3/4 in.); Width (widest point): 31.1 cm (12-1/4 in.); Total depth: 24.2 cm (9-5/8 in.)
Classification: Chordophone-Bowed keyboard
Geography:     France  
Credit line: Rogers Fund, 1946
Accession year: 1946