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Alto saxophone. E-flat, high pitch
Maker: J. W. Pepper
Date: 1899-1910 ca.
Place Made:Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North America
Model: Premier
Serial No: none
SignedStamped on bell, surrounded by floral design: J.W. PEPPER / PREMIER / PHILADA. PA.
Markingsnone
DescriptionSilver-plated brass. Written range: Bb-F. Dual octave keys. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, side C keys. Alternate high front F key. Split Eb key. Alternate low Bb, low B and low C# touchpieces on right hand. No mother-of-pearl. Black little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective) with low C#, low B on right side; low Bb on left side.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: 38-5/8 in (981 mm)
Bell diameter: 4-3/4 in (121 mm)
Bell diameter: 4-3/4 in (121 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Terms
Credit Line: Arne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Not on view
Object number: 01769