Banjo

Maker H. C. Tallmadge (American, 1844–1926)

Date1880-1890

Mediumrosewood, animal hide, steel string, German silver, abalone, pearl and paint

ClassificationsMusical Instruments

DepartmentMusical Instruments

Credit LineMuseum Purchase with funds provided by Steve and Chris Luebkeman in honor of their mother, Tonia Tallmadge Grate

Accession Number2002.36

On View

On display

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