Used NO.238 1960s Beijing National Musical Instruments Factory Zhonghu – Aged Indian Sandalwood, Cloud Head Carving, Fully Restored Professional Instrument

This rare Zhonghu was produced in the 1960s by the Beijing National Musical Instruments Factory, representing an important era of traditional Chinese instrument craftsmanship.

Unlike standard erhu instruments, the Zhonghu is larger in body and produces a deeper, more resonant tonal range, often used in orchestral and ensemble settings to enrich the lower voice section.

The instrument is crafted from aged Indian sandalwood, giving it both structural density and long-term tonal stability. Even without a bottom support base, the instrument maintains a heavy, solid feel, reflecting high material quality and careful original construction.

The cloud-pattern carved head is strong and well-preserved, symbolizing auspicious meaning such as harmony, prosperity, and upward progress in traditional Chinese culture.

This instrument has undergone full professional restoration, including:

• Wood surface polishing and waxing treatment
• Professional tightening and reconditioning of the snakeskin
• Minor cosmetic restoration of small surface imperfections
• Installation of professional Zhonghu fittings
• Full tonal adjustment and setup

After restoration, the instrument is fully functional and suitable for decades of continued use. The tone is stable, rich, and expressive, with a strong low-mid resonance characteristic of classic Zhonghu sound.

This is a rare opportunity to own a historically significant, fully restored professional-grade Zhonghu suitable for both performance and collection.