Chromatic bass harmonica, E-C
Date1953-1964 ca.
Place MadeGermany, Europe
Serial No.None
SignedNoneMarkingsDie-stamped on top cover plate: circled note letters in a keyboard layout DescriptionChromatic bass harmonica, E-C (2-plus octaves) in rectangular shape, with a hinged two-part construction and adjustable angle. Chrome- or nickel-plated brass cover plates. Wooden combs with double-chamber construction. The top harmonica has 19 double-chamber holes (flats/sharps), and the bottom harmonica has 20 double-chamber holes (naturals). The mouthpieces are covered with nickel-plated steel and have rectangular holes. Brass reed plates. Total of 78 reeds. Original maroon, velvet-lined, hinged case.Dimensions11 x 2-1/2 inchesProvenanceNo known provenance.
Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number07750
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