InstrumentConcertina |
Instrument FamilyWind |
MakerMetzler |
Place MadeEurope; England; London; United Kingdom |
DescriptionTechnical description: 48-button chromatic English hexagonal concertina. 24 buttons for each hand. Range probably G₃ to B₆. Wooden ends with leather and paper covered bellows.
Serial number: 28289
Printed on paper label on right hand end, "METZLER & Co / Manufacturers. / 42 Gt Marlborough St / LONDON. W."
Decorative features: White and gold patterned paper on bellows.
With own wooden lockable case with purple velvet interior. Leather handle.
Repair History: Some buttons not working.
Usable pitch: A₄ = 445 Hz.
Illustration references: Vol. 1 p.155. |
NotesMelanie Piddocke, 2.2.11. |
Measurementslength (closed) 122; width mid-side to opposite mid-side 157. |
ProvenanceGift of Sir Gerald Elliot, 1984. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number2369 |