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The image shows a brass musical instrument, similar to a saxhorn or a cornet, in the center. The color palette features warm brass tones with hints of green patina against a beige background. The instrument is displayed horizontally with the bell on the left and the coiled tubing extending to the right, showcasing its valves and intricate metalwork near the center.
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The image shows a brass musical instrument, similar to a saxhorn or a cornet, in the center. The color palette features warm brass tones with hints of green patina against a beige background. The instrument is displayed horizontally with the bell on the left and the coiled tubing extending to the right, showcasing its valves and intricate metalwork near the center.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Baritone Horn

Edward L. Loper

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
overall: 22.5 x 35.6 cm (8 7/8 x 14 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.12727
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • Philadelphia
  • American
Inscription

lower right in watercolor: Edward L. Loper Del 390-1

NGA object ID 24819. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.