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Music Rack

ca. 1835
Not on view
This cast iron music rack is a unique combination of Classical and Rococo motifs. The inscriptions refer to Gaspar Godone, a maker of musical instruments who listed in New York business directories between 1830 and 1870. He probably manufactured and sold the stand.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Music Rack
  • Date: ca. 1835
  • Medium: Cast iron
  • Dimensions: 18 1/2 x 19 3/4 x 18 1/2 in. (47 x 50.2 x 47 cm)
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Eric M. Wunsch Gift, 1966
  • Object Number: 66.100
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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