Instrument FamilyBeaters |
Date MadeProbably third quarter of the 20th century |
DescriptionTechnical description: 8 pairs and 5 single beaters, all home-made; five pairs and one single all wood; two pairs and four singles with felt heads; one pair with ivory or bone heads.Average total mass 7g; head mass 5g (71% typically). |
Other InformationSpecific usage history: Used by a Mr Cameron in a men's club and previously on a Clyde steamer. |
NotesR. Parks, 15 or 22 May 1999; A. Myers; RP 12.9.98. |
ProvenanceLent by Glasgow Museums and Art Galleries. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number1728 |