Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Unpainted Civil War Snare Drum

Nice Civil War Snare Drum 15" tall; 17 1/4" in diameter. Unpainted wood showing about 70% old varnish, decorated with small round-head brass tacks in typical pattern surrounding the vent hole. Klemm and Brother 705 Market Street Philadelphia maker's label visible through the vent hole. Hoops with about 70% original red paint. The drum retains all leather tightening straps and is complete with period skin heads. The ropes are replaced; none of the snares remain but brass fitting is intact. Estimate: $1,250 - up.

Source: http://historical.ha.com/itm/military-and-patriotic/nice-civil-war-snare-drum/a/6124-38362.s



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