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Percussion Instruments

Percussion Instruments

The MFA's Musical Instruments Collection contains over 1,100 examples from around the world, ranging from ancient times to the twenty-first century. Explore a selection of percussion instruments from the Museum's holdings.

Collection Highlights
Castanets with handle
late 19th century
Clappers (bones)
late 19th century
Pair of cymbals
late 19th century
Pair of finger cymbals
mid-20th century