Bassoon

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These five parts join together to form a brass-mounted sycamore bassoon, dating from the early 18th century.

When assembled, the eight foot sounding length is accommodated by being doubled back within the body of the instrument.

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• Online ID: 000-100-002-327-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.LT 9
• Date: Early 18th century
  
• Material: Brass
  
• Dimensions: 1230 mm L
  
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• Subject: Musical instruments (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Description: Brass-mounted bassoon
  
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