Ophicleide A. Lecomte & Cie Paris With Ten Keys - Ref Sdb24cui002

Ophicleide A. LECOMTE & Cie Paris with ten keys - ref SDB24CUI002 Rare large musical instrument circa 1850 Made by Lecomte in Paris The ophicleide replaced the famous serpent between the 1st and the second Empire, it is originally a military instrument that was used in large classical orchestras. The keys are functional, the springs still work, one spring is weak, but still ensures the return of the lower front key. The corks are present, but as is It is dented, the depressions are not deep We will only note an accident which caused a small hole (less than 1mm) and the absence of the rest ball at the bottom of the instrument (this absence did not cause a hole). It is made of brass, the edge of the bell is not deformed, it is perfectly circular. The height is 101 cm The diameter of the bell is 23.5 cm It is complete with its original mouthpiece signed Antoine Courtois Ideally, if you want an instrument in very good condition, it will be necessary to have it restored. However, this instrument is capable of producing melodies as is ... For a less expensive restoration, replacing only the pads and corks and reviewing the slightly weak spring 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 their expense. Fully insured and perfectly protected delivery. The buyer chooses their home delivery method or a relay point, 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 to us. Possibility of bank transfer.