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Design Resource
Veena Making - Bobbili, Andhra Pradesh
String Instrument
by
Prof. Bibhudutta Baraland Parvathi Pooja
Products
Bobbili Veena is invented and developed in Bobbili in the 17th century during the reign of Pedda Rayudu. The Veena length is approximately 53 inches, and the diameter of width is about 15 inches, and the height is approximately 12 inches. It weighs around 10 kilos. The cost of the Veena sold to society is approximately INR 20000. Miniature Veenas are also made as a showpiece or decorative items. The miniature Veena size can be as small as 9 inches to 23 inches in length and 3-4 inches in width. The miniature Veena costs approximately from INR 800 onwards.
