Blow accordion
Maker
Pierre Delinot
Date1930 ca.
Place MadeFrance, Europe
Serial No.none
SignedOn upper body above keys: P D / MADE IN FRANCE / DEPOSEEMarkingsnone
DescriptionIt is uncertain whether instruments like this saxophone-shaped blow accordion were made for beginners or amateurs, as toys for children or for serious musical pursuit. There is little doubt they were designed for ease in playing, which is desirable to players at any skill level.
DimensionsLength: 449 mm
Width: 130 mm
ProvenancePurchased by donor, October 1996.
Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number07542
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1880 ca.