10th Jul, 2020 10:30 GMT/BST

Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools

 
Lot 2035
 

2035

Oboe D'Amour by Howarth (London) all three joints stamped with maker's logo and matching serial...

Oboe D'Amour by Howarth (London) all three joints stamped with maker's logo and matching serial numbers 2608, lower joint engraved 'Made in England' semi-automatic octave system with two bocals, cased

Sold for £2,100
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,500


 

. No thumb plate, no information on history. Instrument appears to be in good condition, no visible cracks or repairs. The corks pads and skin pads look in good condition. Slight tarnish to key work. It appears that the instrument has been used very little and appears like it has never been taken apart.

 


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Auction: Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools, 10th Jul, 2020

Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools

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