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Cornet Case

Object Details

Description
This cornet case was made by Boston Musical Instrument Manufactory in Boston, Massachusetts, around 1900-1904. It is made of wood, covered in black-stained leather, with metal fittings, and purple plush interior. Accessioned with Boston Musical Instrument Manufactory cornet (MI.69.08).
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Boston Musical Instrument Manufactory
date made
1900-1904
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
leather (overall material)
metal (overall material)
fabric (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 10 1/8 in x 14 in x 6 5/8 in; 25.7175 cm x 35.56 cm x 16.8275 cm
Object Name
case
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