Baritone saxophone, E-flat, low pitch
Maker
V. Kohlert Sons
Date1957-1958 ca.
Place MadeWinnenden, Germany, Europe
ModelKohlert 58
Serial No.44936
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by geometric design: “ THE / Kohlert / 58 ”In yellow-gold text: Selmer / PARIS
In yellow-gold text on back side: Soloist / D
Stamped on front side of ligature: SELMER / MADE IN FRANCE
MarkingsStamped underneath signature text: MADE IN FRANCE
Stamped on lower back side: 44936 / MADE IN GERMANY
DescriptionLacquered brass. Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, side C keys. Alternate high F key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Black little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective) with low C#, low B, and low Bb right side. Missing key and its mechanism.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: 84 in (2134 mm)
Bell diameter: 7-1/2 in (190 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number00977
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