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Three-key oboe
Henrik Richters, 1800–1825
Three-key oboe. The silver keys are engraved with figures of musicians and dancers (on the E keys) and a typical Richters rebus on the C key, which translates as 'Grasp time and learn to know the world'.
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Title of artwork, date
Three-key oboe, 1800–1825
Date supported
1989
Medium and material
Ebony, ivory, silver
Dimensions
57 cm
Grant
5500
Total cost
22000
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