Very old and large string instrument, origin unknown, 1880-1900

A bit mysterious but above all a magnificent authentic and ancient object !! this stringed instrument of unknown origin. Probably, the object ended up here on an expedition at some point. The strings are missing, but the appearance is fabulous. Evident traces of use and aging. I had a custom made stand made for the instrument. A special asset for any collector of old authentic ethnographic objects !!

Length: 92 cm, including stand approx. 1 meter
Width: 28 cm
Weight: 1040 grams, including standard 1810 grams
Origin: unknown place in Africa
Date: 1880 - 1900
Provenance: ex collection La Croix in Nimes