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LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

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Item Details

This is an antique marimbaphone. An English, brass and oak decorative musical instrument, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.


A striking, concussive idiophone with beautiful harmonics and quality finish
Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order
Brass bars show golden tones and engraved with musical notes
Dashing ebonised oak stocks present fine grain interest


Six bar marimbaphone scale, with resonance bells set below
Plays wonderfully dulcet tones, with a delicate sustain
Supplied with a soft striking mallet to enjoy upon arrival
Frame accentuated throughout with flowerhead motif


This is an inviting antique marimbaphone, related to the idiophone family alongside the xylophone and glockenspiel. Of fine quality, with a pleasing, melodious sound. Solid joints and construction. Delivered ready to enjoy.


Dimensions:
Max Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')
Max Depth: 31.5cm (12.5'')
Max Height: 82.5cm (32.5'')


Striker Diameter: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Striker Length: 31cm (12.25'')

  • Period: 1920s
    • Price: £1,985.00
    • €2,398 Euro
    • $2,510 US Dollar
  • Location: Devon
    • Dimensions: H: 82.5cm (32.48in)
    • W: 56.5cm (22.24in)
    • D: 31.5cm (12.40in)