Acme boxed set of sound effects

Acme

ca. 1930

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Acme boxed set of sound effects
Maker: Acme
Date: ca. 1930
Culture: United Kingdom
Medium: Stainless steel, black plastic
Classification: Musical instruments
Credit Line: Purchase, Amati Gifts, 2022
Object Number: 2022.169.1a–v
Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments

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