Grand Vestibule: The British Monarchy and the World
The Grand Vestibule at Windsor Castle reflects interaction between the monarchy and the wider world
INDIA
Model veena
1990-97RCIN 94120
The veena is a classical stringed instrument from southern India. It is closely associated with Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of music and learning, who is often depicted playing it. As the strings are plucked, they vibrate against the flat bridge, producing a distinctive buzzing sound known as javārī.
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Chennai by Justice MS. M Fathima Beevi, Governor of Tamil Nadu, 16 October 1997.
