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Oboe, C (middle joint and bell only)
Oboe, C (middle joint and bell only)
Oboe, C (middle joint and bell only)

Oboe, C (middle joint and bell only)

Date1761-1774 ca.
Place MadeLeipzig, Germany, Europe
Serial No.none
SignedStamped on middle joint between top two tone holes: I.G. ZENCKER [slightly arching text]
DescriptionBoxwood body, originally in three sections (only middle joint and bell survive).
Two brass keys with springs attached to the wood. The style of turning is consistent with later Leipzig oboe making, which was similar to the work of early Dresden makers.
DimensionsLower joint: 198 mm (223 mm with tenon)
Bell section: 154 mm
ProvenanceGift of Michael Cwach, Yankton, South Dakota, 2004.
Credit LineGift of Michael Cwach, 2004
Object number10741
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