Ophicleide Gautrot In Paris At Ten Keys 112 Cm - Ref Sdc25oph001

Ophicleide Gautrot in Paris with ten keys 112 cm - ref SDC25OPH001 Rare large musical instrument circa 1850 Made by GAUTROT in Paris The ophicleide replaced the famous serpent between the 1st and the second Empire, it is originally a military instrument which was used in the great classical orchestras. With its serpentine in good condition and easily removable. The keys are not all functional, some springs still work. Not all the corks are present, see photos, they are to be reattached, but those which are present will be supplied with the instrument. It is dented, the indentations are not deep We will notice deformations and small plays at the vents. It is made of brass, the edge of the bell does not have any deformation, it is very circular. Its surface has micro scratches, it can easily be made mirror, after a good polishing. The height is 112 cm The diameter of the bell is 22 cm It has an original mouthpiece signed Couesnon, we will notice the adaptation (the twist) treated by the previous owner, the mouthpiece is not perfectly joined. Ideally, if you want an instrument in very good condition, it will be necessary to have it restored. However, this instrument is certainly capable of producing melodies as is, without ideal steps ... For a less expensive restoration, replacing only the pads and corks and reviewing the springs, will allow this instrument to obtain sufficient quality for an amateur musician. The instrument is therefore sold as is. Depending on the non-standard dimension, the delivery costs for mainland France are 30 € for home delivery, no delivery with MONDIAL RELAY Fast and well-protected delivery SHIPPING WORLDWIDE Compulsory shipping insurance, at the buyer's expense Worldwide delivery possible, delivery costs are to be defined with the buyer and at his expense. Fully insured and perfectly protected delivery. The buyer chooses their home delivery or relay point delivery method, but insurance is mandatory. Payment by check accepted. Payment by several checks possible, shipping upon full collection. Our deliveries are fully insured. PAYPAL transfer accepted, but WITHOUT ANY fees at our expense. Possibility of bank transfer, subject to … We do not share our banking information, except with our known customers.