Concertina.
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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 |