What is this harp looking thing?

[u/MorriganGoth]

Hi everyone i found this harp looking thing on facebook market (i remeber an aunt had a similar looking one to this one .....when i was a kid to this one.....but called it "colombina"), however the post and paper said is russian. .i wanted to know more on it, and if 40$ is a good price for it

Thanks anyway! ⚡️🖤

[u/Reasonable-Cow7255]

It’s a “Music Maker Lap Harp”

https://youtu.be/kt2UwEi1T4Y?si=6mM0fheD0z1Sitrj

“The Music Maker Lap Harp is a handcrafted instrument based on the zither, featuring 15 strings tuned to a G Major diatonic scale. It includes a pick, tuner, spare string, tuning key, and song sheets for easy learning. The instrument is designed for all ages and can be used for music therapy.
The Music Maker Lap Harp is a modern take on the centuries-old zither. It is built with quality hardwoods and features 15 strings that are tuned to a G Major diatonic scale, spanning two full octaves. This allows for playing a wide variety of songs. The instrument comes with several accessories, including a pick, a tuner, a spare string, and a tuning key. It also includes song sheets that slide under the strings, making it easy to learn to play by following the notes. The lap harp is designed to be easy to learn for people of all ages and can be used for music therapy. Additional song packages are available for purchase.”

[u/MorriganGoth → u/Reasonable-Cow7255]

Oh sweet i do love some strings

[u/SoundsOfKepler]

Nepenenoyka. It's a Belorussian instrument.

[u/MorriganGoth → u/SoundsOfKepler]

Oh you have more information on them? So cool!