Ardin also Ardine

Ardin also Ardine *angular harp of the Moors of Mauretania, with 10–12 strings and a calabash resonator covered with a tanned skin. The neck rests against one end of the resonator and is maintained in position by the tension of the strings. Often the neck is surmounted by an iron plaque to which rattling metal rings are affixed. The strings are plucked while the membrane is drummed upon. Played by women only (103, 193). Sort by:DefaultTitleDateAscendingDescending International Catalogue of…