ríkulegra
Ríkulegra is a traditional Icelandic stringed instrument that belongs to the lute family. It is a small, fretless instrument with a pear-shaped body and a long, narrow neck. The ríkulegra is typically made from wood, often with a carved or painted design on its soundboard, and is strung with gut or synthetic strings. Its construction and tuning resemble that of a lute, but it is smaller and has a distinctively Icelandic aesthetic.
The instrument has historical roots dating back to the Viking Age, though its modern form evolved during
Today, the ríkulegra remains a symbol of Icelandic cultural heritage, though it is less commonly used than