An instrument as romantic as it is gorgeous, right here at The Met. The pipa, also called the “Chinese lute,” traces its lineage back more than 2,000 years. This Ming Dynasty pipa from The Met’s collection, though unplayable today, is a spectacular showcase of ornate artistry, expert craftsmanship, and deep symbolism. We joined Curator Emeritus of Musical Instruments Ken Moore to explore its story. Hear a pipa come alive in the hands of the legendary Wu Man, joined by Brooklyn’s own genre-defyin
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An instrument as romantic as it is gorgeous, right here at The Met. The pipa, also called the “Chinese lute,” traces its lineage back more than 2,000 years. This Ming Dynasty pipa
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. . An instrument as romantic as it is gorgeous, right here at The Met. The pipa, also called the “Chinese lute,” traces its lineage back more than 2,000 years. This Ming Dynasty pipa from The Met’s collection, though unplayable today, is a spectacular showcase of ornate artistry, expert ...
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