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Baritone saxophone, E-flat, low pitch
Maker: J. W. York & Sons
Date: 1929-1931 ca.
Place Made:Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States, North America
Model: No. 944
Serial No: 95620
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by foliate design: YORK / GRAND RAPIDS / MICHIGAN / U.S.A.
MarkingsStamped below thumbrest: 95620
Stamped on backside of high E key: 95620
Stamped on backside of high E key: 95620
DescriptionLacquered brass (later). Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, side C keys. Split Eb key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Mother-of-pearl little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective) with low C# and low Bb on right side; low B on left side.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: n/a (neck missing)
Bell diameter: 7-1/2 in (190 mm)
Bell diameter: 7-1/2 in (190 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Terms
Credit Line: Arne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Not on view
Object number: 01052