Cornet Case

Description:

This cornet case was made by an unknown maker, provenance unknown, 1872-1878. It is a custom-made cornet case of wood, painted black, with metal fittings, and red fabric and paper interior. Accessioned with cornet (1985.0017.01).

Date Made: 1872-1878

Location: Currently not on view

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Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1985.0017.01.01Catalog Number: 1985.0017.01.01Accession Number: 1985.0017

Object Name: case with accessories

Physical Description: wood (overall material)paint (overall material)metal (overall material)fabric (overall material)paper (overall material)Measurements: overall: 8 1/8 in x 14 5/8 in x 6 1/2 in; 20.6375 cm x 37.1475 cm x 16.51 cm

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746b2-e4fa-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_1802716

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