Kazoo
Maker
Zobo Band Instruments
Date1896-1915 ca.
Place MadeNew York, New York, United States, North America
Serial No.552612
SignedStamped on bell pipe: ZOBO / BRASS BAND INSTRUMENTS / TRADE MARK (sideways) / [peacock] / DON’T BLOW SIMPLY HUM / INTO THE MOUTHPIECE / PATENT NO. 552612Markingsnone
DescriptionBrass; with nickel-plated finish. Threaded receiver for connecting patented wooden diaphragm.
DimensionsOverall height: 510 mm
Bell diameter: 235 mm
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number03827
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1925-1930 ca.
