Brass Cornet in Flugelhorn Form from French J. Gras, 1940s

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A distinctive vintage french brass instrument by j. Gras, paris, featuring an elegant elongated silhouette, a broad flared bell and … Read more A distinctive vintage french brass instrument by j. Gras, paris, featuring an elegant elongated silhouette, a broad flared bell and three piston valves. The instrument bears the engraved maker’s signature, the parisian address “4 rue de la rochefoucauld,” and serial number 11328. Its sculptural form, warm aged brass surface and original patina give it considerable decorative appeal, making it an interesting addition to a collection of antique musical instruments, french memorabilia or vintage industrial and music-related objects. The instrument is associated with the french tradition of brasswind manufacturing and may correspond to the type of cornet designed in the form of a flugelhorn. Its precise model and production date hpřelož ave not been independently confirmed; a date in the 1940s is a tentative attribution based on the maker’s markings and comparable instruments. Condition: vintage condition with visible signs of age, surface wear, oxidation and patina. The three piston valves appear to move freely. The instrument has not been play-tested, and its playing condition is unknown. Please refer to the photographs for details of its condition. Details: maker: j. Gras place of manufacture: paris, france inscription: 4 rue de la rochefoucauld, paris serial number: 11328 material: brass type: antique / vintage brasswind instrument, possibly a cornet in flugelhorn form period: probably circa 1940s finish: original aged patina use: collectible musical instrument or decorative display piece a characterful french vintage instrument with distinctive form and authentic signs of age. See less