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Barrel organ

'Mahogany case with satinwood stringing, surmounted by an inlaid pediment and a gilt vase. The front has three compartments of gilt, dummy pipes.' - Raymond Russell: Victoria and Albert Museum: Catalogue of Musical Instruments Volume I Keyboard Instruments (London, 1969) , pp. 69 - 70.

  • Date:
    ca. 1795 (made)
  • Maker:
    Pistor, John
  • Collection:
    Victoria and Albert Museum
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  • Place of production:
    London
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  • Materials:Solid mahogany case, with satinwood stringing, gilded dummy pipes
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  • Inscriptions:John Pistor Fecit / 21 Swan Street, Minories, London. John Pistor Made [this] / 21 Swan Street ...
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  • Repository:Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Measurements:Height: 162.5 cm, Depth: 54.5 cm, Width: 61 cm