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Screw bell piston valve french horn Coueson ascending 3rd valve

Estimated price for orientation: 1 100 $

Category: French Horns
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Description
Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Couesnon
Bell Material: Yellow Brass Type: French Horn
Skill Level: Professional Model: Single F 3rd valve ascending
Country/Region of Manufacture: France Finish: unlacquered


Ascending 3rd valve, single Couesnon piston valve horn with detachable bell, which is original and very unusual for a horn of this age.  Comes with a good G crook (which allows it to play as a single F horn) probably made by Raoux.  Stamped with the Couesnon address and prize mark from the 1900 instrument exposition, it dates from the early 1900s.  In superb condition, with a few marks from age, but no signs of major repairs or patches.  The piston valves work smoothly and quietly, and all of the slides move freely.  Comes with a modern Thomann screw bell case.This is a collector's item in many ways, but has been used (including a performance of Dukas' Villanelle today!) for professional performances and lecture-recitals.  Ideal for historically informed performances of Dukas, Ravel, Stravinsky and Debussy amongst others.The horn is in Glasgow, and is available to try before the auction closes.