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1934.19.5.1

End blown trumpet. For the objects associated with this trumpet section [1] see 1934.19.5 .2 [trumpet section 2] and 1934.19.5 .3 [leather case]. [GL 21/1/2020]

1934.19.5.1

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Collection type
Object
Description
End blown trumpet. For the objects associated with this trumpet section [1] see 1934.19.5 .2 [trumpet section 2] and 1934.19.5 .3 [leather case]. [GL 21/1/2020]
Long description
End blown trumpet, made of tin, in 2 sections fitting together. In leather sheath.
Geographical reference
Nigeria
Africa > Western Africa > Nigeria
Katsina
Cultural groups
Hausa
Person
Field collector J. Cornes
PRM source J. Cornes
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1934
Date collected
By 1934
Acquisition information
Donated: 1934
Materials and processes
Material Tin Metal, Material Animal Leather Skin, Process Bent, Process Recycled
Dimensions
Diameter: max 105 mm, Length: max 1180 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1934.19.5.1

Search terms: Music, Status, Ritual and Ceremonial, Musical Instrument, Status Object, Sheath, Trumpet