Trombone bell
Maker
Antoine Courtois
Date1999
Place MadeParis, France, Europe
ModelEvolution 700 BLW
Serial No.None
SignedEngraved on bell: [in cursive] Antoine Courtois / [in print] ParisMarkingsEngraved on side of bell stem: Evolution 700 BLW
DescriptionYellow brass bell stem and flare. Nickel silver trim. Lacquer finish. Straight conical bell stem to hyperbolic bell flare. Threaded receivers on bell braces to secure bell to neckpipe section. One tabbed seam runs length of bell. Rolled, soldered rim.
The “BLW” distinction on this bell indicates it is made of lightweight [plain, or yellow] brass. The bell is a one piece bell a la Bach, with the entire bell being formed from one sheet of brass.
DimensionsBell diameter: 8-1/2”
Overall length: 22”
Provenance Gift of Conn-Selmer, Elkhart Indiana, 2008.
Credit LineGift of Conn-Selmer, Inc., 2008
Object number13759.4
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