Tenor saxophone, B-flat, low pitch
Trade Name
George M. Bundy
Maker
C. G. Conn, Ltd.
Distributor
H. & A. Selmer, Inc.
Date1927-1935 ca.
Place MadeElkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Serial No.52503
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by geometric design: Geo M. Bundy / ELKHART – IND. / U.S.A. MarkingsHandwritten on bell above signature text: BROOKiNGS HS / 48
Stamped on lower back side: PATD. SEPT. 14, 1915 / 1153489 / T / 52503 / L
DescriptionLacquered brass. Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, side C keys. Articulated G# plateau key. Alternate high F key. Alternate G# trill key. Articulated G#. Split Eb key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Black 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: 57-1/2 in (1458 mm)
Bell diameter: 6-1/4 in (159 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number01757
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