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Small pipes bagpipe

Set of small pipes with three drones set in a common stock, made of laburnum and fruitwood mounted with sea ivory, and having a fringed green wool cover, formerly belonged to a Sutherland family, late 18th century

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  • Period:late 18th century
  • Materials:Laburnum; Fruitwood; Horn; Ivory; Bone; Sheepskin; Wool
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  • Repository:National Museums Scotland
  • Measurements:Bass drone: Length 314; Baritone drone: Length 210; Tenor drone: Length 166; Blowstick: Length 284mm