Courtois Orchestral Horn
Courtois Orchestral Horn
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- Description (Brief)
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This horn was made by Courtois in Paris, France, around 1833-1837. It is an orchestral horn, made of brass with an interior painted bell. Accessioned witha period case and crooks. The instrument is inscribed on the bell garland:
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COURTOIS NEVEU AINE RUE DES VIEUX AUGUSTINS A PARIS
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Object Name
- horn
- date made
- 1833-1837
- maker
- Courtois, Antoine
- place made
- France: Île-de-France, Paris
- Physical Description
- brass (overall material)
- Measurements
- horn: 23 in x 14 1/2 in x 11 1/4 in; 58.42 cm x 36.83 cm x 28.575 cm
- ID Number
- MI.75.45
- accession number
- 316461
- catalog number
- 75.45
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- Cultural and Community Life: Musical Instruments
- Music & Musical Instruments
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
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