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Ophicleide

Ophicleide of brass, with nine keys, ebony mouthpiece with reed (baritone saxophone mouthpiece). Two handrests for holding the instrument.

  • Date:
    c.1830
  • Maker:
    Charles Roth
  • Collection:
    Bate Collection, Oxford
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  • Place of production:
    France, Strasbourg
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  • Materials:Brass;Metal;Ebony;Wood;Plant
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  • Inscriptions:CH. ROTH A STRASBOURG
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  • Repository:Bate Collection, Oxford
  • Measurements:Max L = 1080 mm Max Diam [bell] = 208 mm