Keyed bugle – METZLER & SON
2.900,00 €
| Category | Other musical instruments |
| Maker | METZLER & CO |
| Marks and inscriptions | Metzler & Son / London |
| Period | 1750-1830 |
| Place of origin | London, England |
| Description | Keyed copper bugle with six keys by METZLER & SON |
| Materials | Copper, brass |
| Dimensions | Total height (without crook) 447 mm Total height (with crook and mouthpiece) 534 mm Bell diameter 153 mm Weight 875 g |
| Condition | Working condition |
| Price (€) | €2,900.00 |
| Ref | 1109 |
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Keyed bugle – METZLER & SON
On sale on VM Collectables is an extraordinary six-keyed bugle by METZLER & SON. The company METZLER was founded in 1788 by Valentin METZLER (c.1756-1832). His son, George Richard (1797-1867), joined the business in 1816 and the name changed to Metzler & Son. Valentin died in 1832, so in 1833, the firm’s name changed to Metzler & Co. We can therefore date this instrument to 1816-1833.
This keyed bugle is crafted in copper, giving it a somewhat dark sound. It features brass mounts, keys and garland. Inscribed on the garland is ‘Metzler & Son’. The leather pads appear to have been renewed. The brass pigtail crook and mouthpiece seem not to be original to the instrument. The nominal pitch is C.
All in all, a fabulous instrument in great condition!
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