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Antique German 73-String Chord Zither with Original Case, Tuning Key, Instruction Book & Vintage Sheet Music
A beautiful antique German-made 73-string chord zither (guitar zither), complete with its original fitted carrying case, tuning key, few pages of instruction booklet, and a collection of vintage sheet music and music cards.
This attractive early 20th-century instrument features its original woodgrain finish, decorative sound hole, printed note guide, and 73 metal strings. A wonderful survivor from the Edwardian period that would appeal to collectors, musicians, interior designers, and vintage music enthusiasts.
Included
- Antique German 73-string chord zither
- Original fitted carrying case
- Original tuning key
- Original \"How To Play The Guitar Zither\" instruction booklet
- Assorted original music cards
- Collection of vintage sheet music
Vintage Music Collection
Included are numerous period music sheets and learning cards, including:
- \"How To Play The Guitar Zither\" by Frank Down To Bungalow Town\"
- \"When It\'s Night Time In Flannegan\'s Sand...\"
- \"It Takes An Irish Heart To Sing An Irish Song\"
- \"Wonderful Girl, Wonderful Boy, Wonderful Time\"
- \"Beautiful Baby Doll\"
- \"Home Sweet Home\"
- \"My Lodging Is On The Cold Ground\"
Condition
- All 73 strings appear present.
- Original tuning pegs intact.
- Original note guide remains clear and legible.
- Original tuning key included.
- Good vintage condition for age.
- Age-related marks, scuffs and wear consistent with over 100 years of age.
- Some minor edge wear and small chips to the wooden body.
- Original case shows expected wear from age and storage.
- Untested and sold as a vintage collectible musical instrument.
Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Approximate Age
Estimated c.1900-1925.
Ideal For
- Antique musical instrument collectors
- Vintage music enthusiasts
- Folk instrument collections
- Interior décor and display
- Film and theatre props
- Restoration projects
A lovely and increasingly scarce complete example, retaining its original case, tuning key, instruction book, and historic sheet music collection. Perfect for collectors of antique musical instruments and early twentieth-century music memorabilia.
