Peacock Veena - Traditional Indian String Instrument with Intricate Craftsmanship #2227970 (License: Personal Use)

This ornate veena is sculpted in the form of a peacock, with a hollow body carved from dark wood and decorated with gold-leaf patterns and mother-of-pearl inlays. The long neck supports 24 movable frets and four main playing strings, plus three drone strings, while a real peacock feather extends elegantly from the tail. Historically associated with Carnatic music and temple rituals, such instruments were often commissioned by royalty or gifted to revered musicians.

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