Saturday, September 6, 2008

Sempf & Ottes Drum with Handpainted Eagle, Shield, Flags and Cannon


eBay item no. 350093721437 offered by alderferauction( 2422) and described as follows:

Birdseye maple snare drum measuring 11 1/2" in height and 14 3/4" in diameter. Body presents handpainted shield and trophy motif with paint decorated rims. Interior of body presents "Sempf & Ottes, 209/211 Grand St., New York" makers label. Top drumskin head exhibits small tear. Sold with 14" pair of nickel capped drumsticks.

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