Diatonic harmonica
Maker
Gebrüder Ludwig
Date1910-1915 ca.
Place MadeZwota, Germany, Europe
ModelBell-o-phone
Serial No.none
SignedEmbossed on resonator: GEBR. LUDWIG'S / Bell-O-Phone / GERMANYMarkingsnone
DescriptionMetal casings, integral to embossed bell resonator; wooden comb, painted black, 2 reed plates with 10 reeds each, 20 reeds total. 10 holes, 2 reeds per hole (1 blow, 1 draw).
In the early twentieth century, resonator harmonicas were quite popular. Among the most important makers during that time, the Gebrüder Ludwig Company produced this and many other popular novelty harmonicas.
Dimensions4-1/2 x 1-3/4 inches
ProvenancePurchased by donor, December 1995.
Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number08775
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