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Bassoon

early 19th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Bassoon
  • Maker: William Milhouse (British, Newark 1761–1835 London)
  • Date: early 19th century
  • Geography: London, England, United Kingdom
  • Culture: British
  • Medium: Wood, brass
  • Dimensions: L. 48-7/16 in. (123 cm)
  • Classification: Aerophone-Reed Vibrated-double reed
  • Credit Line: Gift of David G. Barton and Susan V. Barton, 1999
  • Object Number: 1999.193
  • Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments
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