ophicleide
Description
"The 11-key ophicleide is a standard model that could have been made in France or England, more locally is possible but less likely. Since the keys are all axle-mounted I suspect it was made circa 1845-50 and perhaps used for 10-20 years. The nasty paint will not be from its period of use, no musician would perpetrate such a thing. I would guess that the non-standard strap fittings and the paint indicate use as a stage prop at some time."
Donated by Mr Smith, bandmaster of the Camelon Silver Band.
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Object detail
Dimensions:head:Dia 19cm (Dia 7 1/2")
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