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Bassoon, ca. 1810 Dominique Antony Porthaux (French [Paris], ca. 1751–1839) Maple, original case with leather cover and wool lining; H. (assembled) 51 in. (129.5 cm) Purchase, Clara Mertens Bequest, in memory of André Mertens, 1999 (1999.307a, b)

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