Although the top neck seems to have many unused tuning pegs, it seems to resemble what I've seen referred to as a
"Harp Guitar". (Google Image Search Results Link Provided) Most times, the upper neck strings are not set up to be fretted, just used open, like a harp. In that picture, based on the looks of the strings on the upper neck, I'd assume they were tuned to bass notes not available on the six string neck below it.
Edit/Addition:
For additional entertainment: Check Out Pat Metheny playing the
Pikasso GuitarAlso, a youtube search for Harp Guitar will give you many examples to check out.
Peace,
Mr DJA
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 2017-12-13 20:05 by mr_dja.