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Sumarian Inventions – Bull Lyre

Bull Lyre

Bull Lyre invented by Ancient Sumarians of Iraq

The Ancient Sumarians of Iraq invented the Bull Lyre around 3200 BCE. Its design was developed from the harp by replacing the single bow shape with two upright arms joined by a crossbar, and the strings, instead of joining the sound box directly, were made to run over a bridge attached to the box.
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