Alto Saxhorn in B-flat

Attributed to Gautrot aîné French

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 680

This instrument was typical of the saxhorn form widely used in military and brass bands in a number of different sizes. It was one of many designs by Sax that Gautrot copied with little alteration. Gautrot was Sax’s most formidable rival and patent disputes embroiled them in multiple lawsuits.

Alto Saxhorn in B-flat, Attributed to Gautrot aîné (French, Paris active 1845–84), Brass, French

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Alto Saxhorn in B-flat, Attributed to Gautrot aîné (French, Paris active 1845–84), Brass, French
Alto Saxhorn in B-flat, Attributed to Gautrot aîné (French, Paris active 1845–84), Brass, French

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