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What is it?
What is it?
This harp in not only a symbol of Ireland but also of the country's music and tradition.
Where could I find it?
Where could I find it?
It is featured in the Long Room of the library at Trinity College Dublin.
What is it made of?
What is it made of?
The instrument is wooden with strings, making it largely organic.
How big is it?
How big is it?
No data is available online. You'll have to go see it in person!
What could happen to it?
What could happen to it?
If this harp was introduced to water, the organic fibers in the wood would swell and could leave marks on the surface or cause fracturing, especially at the connected portions. The strings could also experience shrinking, breakage, or weakening due direct contact with water and its effect on the wooden frame.
Where can I learn more?
Where can I learn more?
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