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1891 Article Codonophone Musical Instrument Bell Sound Vintage Piano MAB1

1891 Article Codonophone Musical Instrument Bell Sound Vintage Piano MAB1

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This is an original 1891 half-page print article about the Codonophone, a musical instrument that imitate the sound of bells. This article also features an illustration of the instrument which is composed of twenty-five tubes, and is capable of giving musical sounds covering a range of two octaves. The acoustic purity of the sounds is said to be admirable. The mechanism by which the instrument is operated is very analogous to that of the piano.

CONDITION

This 120+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Moderate aging in margins. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is bleed through showing in this article.

  • Product Type: Original Print Article; Black / White
  • Grade: Very Fine +
  • Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 12.25 inches; 23 x 31 cm
  • Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
  • Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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