Not on display

Organ

ca. 1820-1830 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Barrel organ in mahogany case. The upper portion, containing the strings, has pilasters on either side, and is faced with pleated green silk, centring in a metal vase of flowers. Below the lid are seven composition figures in early 19th century costume, backed by looking glass; these revolve when the handle is turned. The music roll bears the name - J. Hicks & Son, Bristol.

Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 3 parts.

  • Organ
  • Organ Front
  • Top Section for Organ
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Organ, English, ca. 1820-1830, marked J. Hicks & Son, Bristol
Physical description
Barrel organ in mahogany case. The upper portion, containing the strings, has pilasters on either side, and is faced with pleated green silk, centring in a metal vase of flowers. Below the lid are seven composition figures in early 19th century costume, backed by looking glass; these revolve when the handle is turned. The music roll bears the name - J. Hicks & Son, Bristol.
Dimensions
  • Height: 94cm
  • Width: 41.9cm
  • Depth: 34.3cm
Dimensions converted from imperial measurements taken from F&W Dept Register.
Credit line
Given by A H M Wedderburn
Collection
Accession number
W.2:1-1927

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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