Instrument - CORNET, CASE AND ACCESSORIES

Historical information

This instrument was played in many international competitions outside of Australia. Locally this cornet was played by Mr. Stewart Dunn of Angus Street, Clunes, during the 1930's
Mr. Roberts played with the Clunes Brass Band for 35 years and in 1908 was presented with a hot water kettle in recognition of his service to the band.

Physical description

BRASS CORNET, BLACK WOODEN CASE AND CORNET ACCESSORIES, (9 Pieces in Total) BELONGED TO MR. JOSEPH TIPPET ROBERTS, DUKE OF EDINBURGH HOTEL, FRASER STREET, CLUNES

Inscriptions & markings

EN ARGENT ANTOINE COURTOIS & MILLE MILLE SEN. FACTEUR DU CONSERVATOIRE NATIONAL 88 RIE DES MARAIS ST MARTIN PARIS 1ST. PRIX ECT.

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