Description
| Brand: | Thibouville-Lamy | UPC: | Does not apply |
The Echo bell cornet was invented by Friedrich Adolf Schmidt in Cologne in 1859. They were popular with makers in Germany, France, and England during the fin de siecle period. They are made with a fourth piston valve and a second bell, which tapers in the opposite direction of the main bell to produce a muted effect. Typically the echo bells are removable so the horn can be played in a normal fashion as well. However, the fourth valve is a permanent part of the valve cluster itself. Many makers active during this time offered an echo bell model, but very few were manufactured.Jerome Thibouville-Lamy & Co. was formed in the late 19th century from a merger of pre-existing makers that began making instruments at the turn of the 18th century in Mirecourt, France, and it was one of the largest manufacturers of it's day. Perhaps more well known for their violin making, they also made wind and brass instruments, as well as organs, until the mid 20th century. This cornet is thought to have been made around 1890. It is in very good condition with only a few spots of wear to the finish, as well as a few minor dents and scratches. Sometime in is illustrious past, it had bell dents removed and may have had a dent removed in the back bow where there is now a patch. The valves are very nice, and all valves and slides move freely. The bell has unique hand engraving. It has the shepherd's crook design and double water key which were popular features in turn of the century cornets. Prior to listing, this cornet was cleaned ultrasonically and serviced as needed here at Meridian Winds. The echo bell is removeable. It has 2 mouthpieces, as well as a case which is not original. Bell diameter is 5", overall length is 13", bore measured at the second valve slide is .460". See photos. Thanks! |
