Vintage African Gourd String Instrument – Ngoni Style – Handcrafted

Authentic West African–style gourd string instrument, commonly known as a Ngoni (related to the kora and akonting). This piece features a natural gourd body, stretched hide soundboard, wooden neck, leather accents, and traditional-style strings.

The instrument appears handcrafted and was likely made as a traditional or export folk instrument. It displays beautiful natural aging and makes a stunning decorative or collectible piece for music lovers, world decor enthusiasts, or boho interiors Handcrafted gourd body

• Natural hide top

• Wooden neck & tuning pegs

• Decorative hand-drawn designs

• Lightweight and display-ready

• Likely West African origin

Structurally solid

• Normal wear consistent with age

• No major cracks or damage

• Strings intact (untested for professional play)