Alto saxophone, E-flat, low pitch
Maker
H. N. White Company
Date1940-1945 ca.
Place MadeCleveland, Ohio, United States, North America
ModelZephyr Special (Series III)
Serial No.265352
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by floral design: “KING” / “ZEPHYR” / MODEL / MADE BY / THE H.N. WHITE CO. / CLEVELAND / OHIOMarkingsStamped on back side of instrument: 265352
Stamped on lower end under register key on neck: 265352
DescriptionSilver-plated brass with gold wash bell interior. Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, and side C keys. Alternate high F key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Black little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective), right side. Neck joint attachment is on neck and not on body.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: 43-1/8 in (1095 mm)
Bell diameter: 4-7/8 in (124 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number00909
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