Wooden Box Ataian for Vargan Vladimir Potkin I
Price:
€10.29
Wooden Storage Box for Potkin I Vargan
This cedar wood box is designed as a protective case and transport container for the Potkin I vargan, a jaw harp crafted by Vladimir Potkin in the Altai region. The box's form echoes the leaf-like profile of the instrument itself, making it both functionally fitted and visually coherent with the vargan it holds.
Materials and Construction
The box is carved from lightweight cedar wood sourced from the Altai. Cedar's low density and natural acoustic properties make it an appropriate choice for an instrument case — it offers protection without adding significant weight, and its subtle resonance complements rather than dampens the vargan's character. The wood's fine grain and workability allow for the precise fit necessary to prevent internal movement during transport.
Closure and Carrying
A leather cord with a wooden bead serves as the fastening mechanism, tightening the box securely around the vargan. This simple system requires no metal hardware, which preserves both the aesthetic integrity of the case and the unobstructed access to the instrument. The leather cord can be adjusted to accommodate slight variations and remains functional across seasons and climate changes.
Practical Fit and Protection
The box dimensions align precisely with the Potkin I vargan, minimizing internal movement that could cause damage during travel or storage. This snug fit also reduces the overall footprint — important for a musician who carries the instrument between sessions or relocations. The lightweight construction means the case itself adds negligible burden to transport.
What's Included
- One wooden storage box with leather cord closure
Crafted by the same maker who produces the vargan it protects, this box reflects intimate understanding of how the instrument must be handled and stored to remain in reliable condition.
Price:
€10.29
Wooden Box Ataian for Vargan Vladimir Potkin I — Storage and transport case carved from Altai cedar by Vladimir Potkin, the vargan maker himself. Its compact dimensions (10.5 × 3.5 × 2.5 cm) fit the Potkin I vargan perfectly, minimising internal movement during transport. Closure with leather lace and wooden bead, a simple system without metal fittings that preserves the instrument's integrity. Weighs only 30 grammes. Designed by a craftsman who intimately understands what it takes to protect and transport this delicate little instrument.
| Weight | 0,03 kg |
|---|---|
| Origin | Russia |
| Dimensions | 10,5 × 3,5 × 2,5 cm |
| Materials | Cedar |
Caution: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please supervise older children. Beware of swallowing small parts, strangulation, material allergies, sharp edges and points! Use only for sound generation. No liability for improper use.
Care: Extreme temperature fluctuations, humidity and direct sunlight can affect the lifespan. Please store in balanced humidity to prevent material changes, mold and corrosion. Remove dirt with a damp cloth. Dry after cleaning and each use.
Disposal: Please contact your local waste disposal authority for information on environmentally sound disposal!
Wooden Storage Box for Potkin I Vargan
This cedar wood box is designed as a protective case and transport container for the Potkin I vargan, a jaw harp crafted by Vladimir Potkin in the Altai region. The box's form echoes the leaf-like profile of the instrument itself, making it both functionally fitted and visually coherent with the vargan it holds.
Materials and Construction
The box is carved from lightweight cedar wood sourced from the Altai. Cedar's low density and natural acoustic properties make it an appropriate choice for an instrument case — it offers protection without adding significant weight, and its subtle resonance complements rather than dampens the vargan's character. The wood's fine grain and workability allow for the precise fit necessary to prevent internal movement during transport.
Closure and Carrying
A leather cord with a wooden bead serves as the fastening mechanism, tightening the box securely around the vargan. This simple system requires no metal hardware, which preserves both the aesthetic integrity of the case and the unobstructed access to the instrument. The leather cord can be adjusted to accommodate slight variations and remains functional across seasons and climate changes.
Practical Fit and Protection
The box dimensions align precisely with the Potkin I vargan, minimizing internal movement that could cause damage during travel or storage. This snug fit also reduces the overall footprint — important for a musician who carries the instrument between sessions or relocations. The lightweight construction means the case itself adds negligible burden to transport.
What's Included
- One wooden storage box with leather cord closure
Crafted by the same maker who produces the vargan it protects, this box reflects intimate understanding of how the instrument must be handled and stored to remain in reliable condition.
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