Alto saxophone, E-flat, low pitch
Date1921 ca.
Place MadeElkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
ModelHandcraft
Serial No.22178
SignedEngraved on bell with shield, surrounded by floral design: THE / Martin / ELKHART / INDMarkingsStamped on lower back side: 22178 / LOW PITCHStamped on neck: 22178
Stamped underneath side Bb touchpiece: 22178DescriptionSilver-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 G# trill key. 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: 42 in (1067 mm)
Bell diameter: 4-11/16 in (119 mm)ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number01781
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