Hooked Trumpet

A915

From: China

Curatorial Section: Asian

Native Name Cha Chiao
Object Number A915
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China
Section Asian
Materials Brass
Description

Cha Chiao. The bell faces the player when blown. Used at weddings and funterals; the performers are sometimes on horseback. Brass: 3 sections marked by bulging rings; flaring bell; shallow, broad-rimmed mouth piece. Good Condition

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number A-unknown - Seder Number

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