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Bass tuba in E-flat
Gilmore, Graves & Co. (American, active 1864–1866)
1864–66
Object Place: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Medium/Technique
Nickel silver
Dimensions
Length 116.8 cm (46 in.)
Credit Line
Foster Charitable Fund
Accession Number1996.112
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Musical Instruments
ClassificationsMusical instruments – Aerophones
DescriptionBody of nickel silver in upright form. Three rotary valves. Old (possibly original) mouthpiece.
InscriptionsEngraved on bell: Gilmore, Graves & Co. / BOSTON
Provenance1996, sold by Robert E. Sheldon, Washington, DC, to the MFA. (Accession Date: June 26, 1996)