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Trumpet

constructed in 3 sections: 2 of black horn fitted one into the other; the upper with rectangular slit at side; lower with single fingerhole built up to form a domed chimney; bell is dried gourd; length 575

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  • Period:late 19th century
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  • Decorative elements:leather fixing of bell to middle joint decorated with cowrie shells; marked "8841"
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  • Repository:Royal Northern College of Music