The bayan is a chromatic button accordion that originated in the Russian Empire during the early 20th century, named after the 11th-century poet Boyan.
Tula bayans are renowned as the finest examples of this instrument produced in Russia.
Specifications
Type: Chromatic button accordion type B
Year of Manufacture: 1950s
Origin: Tula, Russia
Weight: 9 kg
Dimensions: 35 x 44 x 20 cm
Treble Keyboard: 3 rows, 61 buttons
Bass Keyboard: 6 rows, 120 buttons, plus one air release button
