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1850-70
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A STATE TRUMPET OF THE 2ND EMPIRE
1850-70
Of the type known as 'Angel-Style', conforming to the pattern designed by Adolphe Sax for the Garde Imperiale and the Cent-Gardes of Napoleon III; this example in silver-plated brass, with the Imperial Arms added to the top of the bell of the instrument and inscribed on the back ESCADRON DES CENT-GARDES (the inscription of later date)
1850-70
Of the type known as 'Angel-Style', conforming to the pattern designed by Adolphe Sax for the Garde Imperiale and the Cent-Gardes of Napoleon III; this example in silver-plated brass, with the Imperial Arms added to the top of the bell of the instrument and inscribed on the back ESCADRON DES CENT-GARDES (the inscription of later date)