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Serpent, anon, late 18th century. Wood covered in brown leather, tooled in parts. Brass mounts, three brass keys. Ivory rims to finger holes. Wooden mouth piece and bell, both cracked. Top mount not original. Fourth key taken off. Late 18th century serpent, wood covered in brown leather, tooled in parts. Brass mounts, 3 brass keys and ivory rings to finger holes.

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  • Repository:National Trust, Snowshill Manor